Practice Role of Fuse and MCB - 9.8 | 9. Household Circuits | ICSE Class 10 Physics
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Question 1

Easy

What is the main function of an electric fuse?

πŸ’‘ Hint: Think about what happens in case of overload.

Question 2

Easy

Name one advantage of using MCB over a fuse.

πŸ’‘ Hint: Consider convenience when a problem occurs.

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Question 1

What does an electric fuse do?

  • Melts to break the circuit
  • Increases current flow
  • Resets automatically

πŸ’‘ Hint: Think about how it provides safety.

Question 2

True or False: MCB can be reset after tripping.

  • True
  • False

πŸ’‘ Hint: Consider the convenience of resetting.

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Challenge Problems

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Question 1

Design a household circuit that uses both a fuse and an MCB. Describe the components and their ratings.

πŸ’‘ Hint: Think about the appliances and their maximum current requirements.

Question 2

Analyze a scenario where a washing machine causes a short circuit. Describe the sequence of events regarding both a fuse and an MCB.

πŸ’‘ Hint: Focus on the safety mechanisms in place for immediate response.

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