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A portable radio has a built-in transformer so that it can work from the mains instead of batteries. Is this a step-up or step down transformer?

When a portable radio has a built-in transformer so that it can work from the mains instead of batteries then it will cause the step down to the transformer which may cause reduction in voltage.


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The wire in Figure below is being moved downwards through the magnetic field so as to produce induced current.


What would be the effect of:


(a) moving the wire at a higher speed?


(b) moving the wire upwards rather than downwards?


(c) using a stronger magnet?


(d) holding the wire still in the magnetic field?


(e) moving the wire parallel to the magnetic field lines?

41

Two coils A and B of insulated wire are kept close to each other. Coil A is connected to a galvanometer while coil B is connected to a battery through a key. What would happen if:

(i) a current is passed through coil B by plugging the key?


(ii) the current is stopped by removing the plug from the key?

1

What name is given to the device which automatically cuts off the electricity supply during short-circuiting in household wiring?

2

What is the usual capacity of an electric fuse used (i) in the lighting circuit, and (ii) in the power circuit, of a small house?

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