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State the function of asbestos fixed at the centre of wire gauze. [1 Mark]

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On heating an apparatus on wire gauze, the asbestos fixed at the centre of the wire gauze initiates an even distribution of heat at the bottom. It also prevents glass apparatus from cracking. [1 Mark]

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