Physics 0625 · IGCSE · Electromagnetic effects

Electromagnetic effects — practice question

A transformer is made from two coils of wire wrapped around a metal core. Fig. 10.1 shows the transformer.
(a)[1]

State the name of the metal used to make the core.

(b(i))[3]

Explain why there is a voltage between the two terminals of the secondary coil.

(b(ii))[2]

Calculate the voltage delivered by the a.c. generator.

(c)[2]

Explain why power losses in the cables are lower when the voltage is high.

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