Types of Current

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Types of Current: Overview

This Topic covers sub-topics such as Inverter, Rectifier, AC Current, DC Current, Merits of AC Current and, Symbols for AC and DC Source

Important Questions on Types of Current

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A current that always flows through an electric device in the same direction is called direct current or DC. The polarity (positive and negative) of a direct current is fixed. A current that reverses direction at equal intervals of time is called the alternating current or AC. The polarity (positive and negative) of an alternating current is not fixed. Both DC and AC can be used for lighting and heating. Some electric devices like the television need DC to operate. In such cases, an adapter or a device is fitted into them to convert AC from the mains supply to DC.

On the basis of above information, answer the following:

What is the frequency of alternating current in India?

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What is the main component of rectifier?

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Why capacitor is used in rectifier?

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Do inverters store power?

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Why do I need inverter?

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What is inverter in simple words?

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What does an inverter do?

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A rectifier is an electronic device that converts an _____ into a direct current by using one or more P-N junction diodes.

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A type of rectifier whose voltage can be varied is known as the _____.

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What is an AC? Explain how AC current is better than DC current.

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What does an inverter do?

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What is rectifier? What are the types of it?

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A transformer steps up or down_____voltages and current.

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What is the difference between a direct current and an alternating current? How many times does AC used in India change direction in one second?

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The domestic electricity in India is an AC with a frequency of:

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The frequency of alternating current in India is

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If the alternating current in India completes 50 cycles in a second, the frequency of the AC is said to be-

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Which of the following is true about a galvanometer when a direct current passes through the circuit?