Figure 1 shows the inside of a mains plug - Edexcel - GCSE Physics Combined Science - Question 2 - 2020 - Paper 1
Question 2
Figure 1 shows the inside of a mains plug.
The mains plug has three safety features.
One of these safety features has been ticked in the table.
Put two more ticks... show full transcript
Worked Solution & Example Answer:Figure 1 shows the inside of a mains plug - Edexcel - GCSE Physics Combined Science - Question 2 - 2020 - Paper 1
Step 1
cable grip
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The cable grip holds the cable securely to prevent any pull on the wires, ensuring that they do not become loose.
Step 2
fuse
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The fuse is designed to protect the circuit by melting and breaking the circuit if excessive current flows, preventing overheating and potential fires.
