Electromagnetic Induction: Interactive Quizzes and Learning Materials

Question 1

Lenz's law states that the direction of the induced current in a conductor is such that the magnetic field it produces:

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Opposes the original change in magnetic flux

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Reinforces the original change in magnetic flux

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Is perpendicular to the original change in magnetic flux

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Is parallel to the original change in magnetic flux

Question 2

A transformer is a device that:

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Transfers electrical energy from one circuit to another through electromagnetic induction

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Converts AC to DC

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Converts DC to AC

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Stores electrical energy

Question 3

In a closed circuit, the induced EMF is equal to:

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The rate of change of magnetic flux linkage through the circuit

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The resistance of the circuit

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The current flowing in the circuit

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The voltage across the circuit

Question 4

Which of the following applications does NOT involve electromagnetic induction?

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Transistors

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Electric generators

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Electric motors

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Microphones

Question 5

The SI unit of magnetic flux is:

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Weber

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Tesla

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Henry

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Ampere

Question 6

The back EMF in a DC motor is:

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Less than the applied voltage

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Equal to the applied voltage

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Greater than the applied voltage

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Zero

Question 7

Which of the following accurately describes electromagnetic induction?

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The generation of an electric field due to a changing magnetic field

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The generation of an electric field due to a changing electric field

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The generation of a magnetic field due to a changing electric field

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The generation of a magnetic field due to a changing magnetic field

Question 8

According to Faraday's law, the magnitude of the induced electromotive force (EMF) is directly proportional to:

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The rate of change of magnetic flux

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The strength of the magnetic field

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The area of the conductor

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The resistance of the conductor

Question 9

A generator primarily functions to convert:

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Mechanical energy into electrical energy

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Electrical energy into mechanical energy

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Thermal energy into electrical energy

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Chemical energy into electrical energy

Question 10

Lenz's law primarily serves to:

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Predict the direction of the induced EMF

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Predict the magnitude of the induced EMF

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Explain the cause of electromagnetic induction

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Describe the relationship between magnetic flux and induced EMF

Question 11

Which of the following factors does NOT influence the magnitude of the induced EMF?

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The temperature of the conductor

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The strength of the magnetic field

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The rate of change of magnetic flux

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The permeability of the medium

Question 12

Transformers are primarily used for:

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Changing the voltage of an AC current

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Changing the frequency of an AC current

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Converting AC current to DC current

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Converting DC current to AC current

Question 13

The core of a transformer is typically constructed from:

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Iron or steel

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Copper or aluminum

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Plastic or rubber

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Wood or paper

Question 14

The SI unit of magnetic flux is the:

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Weber

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Tesla

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Henry

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Ampere

Question 15

Which of the following equations represents Faraday's law of electromagnetic induction?

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V = -dΦ/dt

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E = -dB/dt

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I = -dN/dt

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F = qvB

Question 16

Which of the following statements correctly describes Lenz's law?

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The direction of the induced current opposes the change in magnetic field.

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It applies only to stationary conductors.

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It determines the magnitude of the induced EMF.

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It is not applicable to time-varying magnetic fields.

Question 17

Which of the following devices operates based on the principle of electromagnetic induction?

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Generator

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DC motor

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Transistor

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Capacitor

Question 18

A solenoid has 100 turns per centimeter and carries a current of 5 A. What is the magnitude of the magnetic field inside the solenoid?

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1 T

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0.5 T

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1.5 T

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2 T

Question 19

Which SI unit measures magnetic flux?

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Weber

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Tesla

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Henry

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Ampere

Question 20

Transformers are primarily used to:

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Alter voltage levels

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Convert AC to DC

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Convert DC to AC

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Store electrical energy

Question 21

According to Lenz's law, the induced current in a conductor:

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Opposes the change in magnetic flux

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Enhances the change in magnetic flux

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Is perpendicular to the magnetic field

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Is parallel to the magnetic field

Question 22

Generators convert:

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Mechanical energy to electrical energy

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Electrical energy to mechanical energy

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Magnetic energy to electrical energy

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Electrical energy to magnetic energy

Question 23

The magnitude of the induced emf in a coil is directly proportional to the:

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Rate of change of magnetic flux

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Number of turns in the coil

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Strength of the magnetic field

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Area of the coil

Question 24

Which of the following does NOT influence the strength of an induced current?

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Resistance of the circuit

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Strength of the magnetic field

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Rate of change of magnetic flux

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Number of turns in the coil

Question 25

An electric current can be induced in a:

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Conductor

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Insulator

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Semiconductor

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Superconductor

Question 26

Fleming's right-hand rule is used to determine the:

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Direction of the induced current

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Strength of the induced current

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Polarity of the induced emf

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Magnitude of the induced emf

Question 27

Which of the following best describes electromagnetic induction?

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The process by which an electric current is generated due to a changing magnetic field.

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The phenomenon where a permanent magnet induces an electric current in a conductor.

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The reversible conversion of electrical energy into magnetic energy and vice versa.

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A process that plays a significant role only in specialized scientific applications.

Question 28

According to Faraday's law, the magnitude of the induced electromotive force (EMF) depends on:

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The rate of change of magnetic flux through the coil.

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The strength of the magnetic field.

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The area of the coil only.

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The number of turns in the coil only.

Question 29

Which action would increase the EMF induced in a coil?

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Moving the magnet towards the coil at a faster speed

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Using a magnet with a weaker magnetic field

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Decreasing the number of turns in the coil

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Reducing the area of the coil

Question 30

Lenz's law states that the direction of the induced current is:

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Such that it opposes the change in magnetic flux.

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Such that it enhances the change in magnetic flux.

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Always clockwise.

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Always counterclockwise.

Question 31

Which material is most suitable for making the core of an electromagnet?

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Iron

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Copper

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Aluminum

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Plastic

Question 32

In which direction does current flow through a resistor connected in series with an inductor when current is increasing?

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Opposite direction to the current through the inductor

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Same direction as the current through the inductor

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Direction is unpredictable

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Current does not flow through the inductor

Question 33

According to Faraday's law, the electromotive force (EMF) induced in a conductor is directly proportional to the:

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Time rate of change of magnetic flux

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Change in magnetic flux

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Magnetic field strength

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Area of the conductor

Question 34

Lenz's law states that the direction of the induced current opposes the:

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Original change in magnetic flux

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Enhancing the original change in magnetic flux

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Acting perpendicular to the original change in magnetic flux

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Having no effect on the original change in magnetic flux

Question 35

Which of the following does NOT affect the magnitude of the induced EMF?

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Resistivity of the conductor

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Strength of the magnetic field

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Rate of change of magnetic flux

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Number of turns in the coil

Question 36

A generator converts:

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Mechanical energy into electrical energy

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Electrical energy into mechanical energy

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Chemical energy into electrical energy

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Thermal energy into electrical energy

Question 37

The unit of magnetic flux is the:

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Weber (Wb)

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Tesla (T)

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Ampere (A)

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Volt (V)

Question 38

The direction of the magnetic field produced by a current-carrying loop can be determined using the:

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Right-hand rule

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Left-hand rule

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Curl rule

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Ampere's law

Question 39

The core of a transformer is laminated to:

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Reduce eddy currents

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Increase magnetic permeability

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Enhance mechanical strength

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Improve insulation

Question 40

The ratio of the number of turns in the secondary coil to the number of turns in the primary coil of a transformer is called the:

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Turns ratio

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Voltage ratio

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Current ratio

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Power ratio

Question 41

The SI unit of magnetic flux is the:

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Weber (Wb)

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Tesla (T)

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Volt (V)

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Ampere (A)

Question 42

According to Faraday's law, the magnitude of the induced electromotive force (emf) is directly proportional to the:

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Rate of change of magnetic flux

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Area of the coil

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Number of turns in the coil

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Strength of the magnetic field

Question 43

Lenz's law describes the direction of induced current. According to this law, the induced current flows in a direction that:

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Opposes the change in magnetic flux

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Depends on the polarity of the applied voltage

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Aligns with the magnetic field lines

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Is perpendicular to the magnetic field lines

Question 44

Which of the following devices does NOT utilize the principle of electromagnetic induction?

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Capacitor

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Electric motor

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Transformer

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Generator

Question 45

In a generator, the primary energy conversion is from:

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Mechanical energy to electrical energy

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Thermal energy to electrical energy

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Magnetic energy to electrical energy

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Chemical energy to electrical energy

Question 46

A step-up transformer serves the purpose of:

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Increasing the voltage of an alternating current

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Decreasing the voltage of an alternating current

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Converting alternating current to direct current

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Blocking the flow of direct current