Question

Why is fuse wire always placed in the live wire of an electric circuit?

Answer 1

1. An electrical fuse is an electrical instrument that is used to prevent damage to an electrical circuit.
2. It is a metal wire of low melting point that breaks due to overheating of wire which is caused by a high voltage to avoid short circuit.
3. A fuse is a circuit component made of a high-resistance substance that melts when the circuit is overloaded.
4. It is constantly attached to the live wire in order to break the circuit and prevent damage to the connected equipment.
5. Fuse wires are connected with the live wires so as to complete the circuit as well as safeguard the circuit from failure.