What is an electric fuse? What are fuse wires generally made of?

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Electric fuse: An electrical fuse is a safety device in the circuit that protects electrical systems by breaking the connection when a short circuit is occurring.
The fuse wire is made up of Sn (tin) and Pb (lead) alloy because of its high resistance and low melting.
Fuse always connected series to the main supply.
The electrical symbol is

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