What takes place in the fuse which melts it to break the electric circuit?

Short circuit

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Joule heating

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None of these

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Solution

The correct option is B
Joule heating

Joule heating that takes place in the fuse which melts the fuse to break the electric circuit and hence prevents accidents.

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