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Metals can be used as wire because they have the ability to conduct electricity, or allow for the movement of electrons from one atom to the next. While some metals are magnetic (have the ability to "stick" to a magnet) and some are not--magnetism is not the variable that dictates whether or not a metal is a good conductor of electricity.
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Why is aluminum or copper wire not used as fuse wire?
Because those metals have a high meling point, so it's easier and safer to use fuse wire which melts at a lower teamp.
Why is copper mainly used in wire?
All kinds of other things use copper as well. But it's used for wire because of its high conductivity, the highest of all metals except silver.
What metals is the best electrical conductor but isnt used in wire because of its extremely high cost?
(A. Copper) The right answer is C. Silver
What do you use tantalum for?
Tantalum is used for wire. The wire is used for helping other metals evaporate.It's actually a great use.
What property is described when metals are used as wire to carry electricity?
Conductivity
Why metals can be drawn into wires?
Metals can be easily drawn into wire because they are malleable. These metals are also really wonderful conductors which is why they are picked for wires.
Can metals be strenched out into a thin wire?
Yes, which is why we get wire of various gauges and tensile strength. The copper wire used in electricity is one example.
What are the mixtures in fuse wire?
tin lead alloybasically tin lead allows are used . but other metals which have low melting point and appropriate resistivity can be used
Why silver metals are not used for wire making?
My guess is that copper is cheaper and more abundant.
Why are metals useful for making electric wire?
Any conductor can be used but the relative high conductivity of most metals make them prime candidates.
Why can metals easily be rolled into thin sheets and drawn into wires?
Because they are ductile
Why are metals wires used to carry current?
Because metals are conductors.
