Fuses and earthing are essential safety systems in electrical installations. A fuse is a wire that melts when current exceeds its rating, breaking the
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What is the difference between a fuse and earthing?
A fuse is a safety device — a thin wire that melts and breaks the circuit when too much current flows, preventing fire. Earthing connects the metal body of an appliance to the ground so that any leaking current flows safely to earth, preventing electric shock.
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Why is earthing important?
Earthing protects a person from electric shock. If a live wire touches the metal body of an appliance, the current flows to the earth instead of through the person who touches it.
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What is a fuse made of and why?
A fuse is made of a wire with a low melting point and high resistance (such as a tin–lead alloy) so that it melts quickly and breaks the circuit when the current exceeds a safe value.
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