Among various electrical safety devices, one based on the heating effect of electric current is called a:
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Correct answer: C
Explanation
The correct answer is option 3 i.e. Fuse.
- Among various electrical safety devices, one based on the heating effect of electric current is called a Fuse.
- A fuse is a safety device that limits the current in the circuit and breaks the circuit if the current exceeds its maximum limit.
- It is made up of a thin metal wire having a low melting point and the fuse wire should be non-combustible.