give the well defined uses of
earth wire
fuse wire
lightening conductor

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Solution

The purpose of earth wire is to protect the electrical appliances whenever there is a short circuit. It allows excessive current to flow safely to the ground.

A fuse is a small conducting wire of low melting point which protects the household electrical system from getting damaged due to unusual high current

Lightening conductor is the device which protects humans and more valuable things from lightening. To install a lightning conductor, a metal rod is fitted inside a building during construction.

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