The wire generally used for installation of safety fuse is made of which material?
- ATin
- BLead
- CNickel
- DAn alloy of tin and lead
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Correct answer: (d) An alloy of tin and lead
Explanation
Fuse wire is made of an alloy of tin and lead. It has a low melting point and suitable resistance.
When too much current flows, the wire heats up, melts and breaks the circuit, protecting the appliances.