Copper wire is unsuitable for use as a fuse wire since:

Copper has a high melting point and a very low resistance

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Copper has a low melting point and a very low resistance

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Copper has a high melting point and a very high resistance

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Copper has a low melting point and a very high resistance

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Solution

The correct option is A
Copper has a high melting point and a very low resistance

Copper has a high melting point and a very low resistance and hence will not melt easily.

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Can we use copper wire as a fuse wire? Give reason.

(a) Of what substance is the fuse wire made ? Why ?

(b) Explain why, a copper wire cannot be used as a fuse wire.

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