Which effect fo current is utilised in the working of an elelctric fuse?

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The fuse works on the principle of heating effect of electric current. Normally current flows through the fuse without undue heating. But if too much current passes through it, the fuse melts and breaks the circuit, thus stopping the current which could cause a fire if it was not stopped.

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