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The direction of rotation is reversed. State how this affects the induced e.m.f.

Important Questions on Electromagnetic Induction

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Describe how the induced e.m.f. across a coil of wire could be increased. State the one factor that links all of your answers to above question. Explain your answer.
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Alternating current is generated using an a.c. generator. This is similar to an electric motor, working in reverse. Write the missing word.

An a.c. generator does not have a commutator. Instead, current enters and leaves the spinning coil through brushes that press on the _____.

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For given below diagram shows how an alternating current varies with the time. On the diagram, mark one cycle of the alternating current.

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The below diagram shows a step-up transformer. State which coil has more turns in such a transformer.

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For the given diagram, label the primary coil, the secondary coil, and the iron core.

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In the circuit diagram, a transformer is being used to change the mains voltage to a lower value so that it will light a 12 V amp.

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State whether this is a step-up or step-down transformer.

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State the name of the effect that transformers need to work.
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Which coil has more turns in step down transformer?