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At the time of short circuit, the current in the circuit

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Important Questions on Magnetic Effects of Electric Current

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Electricity and magnetism are linked to each other.

Two fuse wires A and B of the same length but rated 20 A and 10 A respectively which will be more thicker and why?

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Two lamps, one rated 100 W at 220 V, and the other 60 W at 220 V, are connected in parallel to the electric mains supply. What current is drawn from the line if the supply voltage is 220 V?

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The diagram above shows a circuit with the key k open. Calculate the resistance of the circuit when the key k is open and calculate the current drawn from the cell when the key k is open.

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Select the most correct alternative given below each statement and write the completed statement:
An electric fuse is used to ________

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Select the most correct alternative given below each statement and write the completed statement:

An appliance like an electric iron takes a current from circuit rated _____

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Calculate the effective resistance across AB.

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Why is it not advisable to use a piece of copper wire as fuse wire in an electric circuit?
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The diagram below shows a dual control switch circuit connected to a bulb. Out of A & B which one is the live wire and which one is the neutral wire? 

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Which wire in a power circuit is connected to the metallic body of the appliance?
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What characteristics should a fuse wire have?
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What precautions should be taken to avoid overloading of domestic electric circuit?

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Name two safety measures commonly used in domestic electric circuit and appliances.

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Identify the following wires used in a household circuit :
(i) The wire is also called as the phase wire.
(ii) The wire is connected to the top terminal of a three pin socket.
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It is advantageous to connect electric devices in parallel instead of connecting them in series. Why?
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At the time of short circuit the current in the circuit:
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What happens, if the household electric appliances are connected in series?
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An electric bulb is connected to a 240 V generator. The current is 0.65 A. What is the power of the bulb?

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Why is fuse wire always placed in a live circuit?