Physics 0625 · IGCSE · Electromagnetic effects

Electromagnetic effects — practice question

(a)[4]

(i) Suggest the material used for the two coils. State why this material is chosen. (ii) Suggest the material used for the core. State why this material is chosen.

(b)[5]

(i) State the distinction between transformer X and transformer Y. (ii) Explain why a very high voltage is used for transmission across large distances. (iii) Suggest why the voltage used by a home consumer is 240 V, rather than a much higher value.

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