what are the uses of current transformer ?

what are the uses of current transformer ?
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Uses of current transformer are as follows :

A current transformer is use to measure Alternating current.

A current transformer is used in meters.

A current transformer is used in ammeters.

Current transformer is use with compensator.

Current transformer is use in power factor meters.

Current transformer is use in watthour meters.

Current transformer is use with relay.

Current transformer is use with circuit breaker.

Current transformer is use for overcurrent fault protection.

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