Physics 0625 · IGCSE · Electromagnetic effects

Electromagnetic effects — practice question

Fig. 9.1 illustrates a transformer being used on a building site.
(a(i))[1]

State one reason why the plug has a fuse.

(a(ii))[2]

Explain how a fuse operates.

(b)[3]

Calculate the secondary output p.d. of the transformer.

(c(i))[1]

State a suitable material for the transformer core.

(c(ii))[1]

State a suitable material for the transformer’s primary and secondary coils.

(c(iii))[1]

Explain how Fig. 9.2 indicates that it is a step-down transformer.

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