What is a fuse? Describe its use in an electric circuit?

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A fuse is an electrical device that protects overloading from the electric circuit is called fuse.
It is used to balance the overcurrent when it is beyond the rated capacity then, the fuse breaks the circuit.
It saves the electrical appliances from damage by breaking the excessive current of the circuit.

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