Physics for IGCSE & O level - Magnets And Currents (Section 9)

  • 1
    In a transformer, the ratio of output voltage to input voltage is equal to the ratio of :
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    Number of turns in secondary to primary coil
  • 2
    Which of the following is the best description of a magnetic field?
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    (B)
    The region around a magnet where magnetic forces can be detected.
  • 3
    Which device is used to reverse the current in a motor?
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    (B)
    A commutator
  • 4
    What type of core is typically used in transformers?
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    (B)
    Iron core
  • 5
    What is the formula used to calculate the turns ratio in a transformer?
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    (C)
    Vp/Vs = Ns/Np
  • 6
    What is the relationship between the input and output currents of an ideal transformer?
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    B
    C
  • 7
    How can the strength of the turning effect in an electric motor be increased?
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    A
    B
    D
  • 8
    In a series circuit, what happens to the current?
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    (C)
    The current is the same throughout.
  • 9
    What is the main reason for using slip rings in an A.C. generator?
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    (B)
    To maintain a consistent connection to the coil.
  • 10
    In a power grid, where would you typically find a step-up transformer?
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    (B)
    At the power generation station
  • 11
    Which of the following increases the turning effect on the coil in an electric motor?
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    A
    B
    C
  • 12
    Which of the following is essential for the operation of an electric motor?
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    (D)
    All of the above.
  • 13
    What is the effect of inserting an iron core inside a coil of wire (solenoid) carrying a current?
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    (A)
    The magnetic field strength increases.
  • 14
    Which component is used to rectify the current in a car alternator?
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    (C)
    A rectifier
  • 15
    What is a key feature of an electromagnet that makes it useful?
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    (B)
    The magnetic field can be switched on and off.
  • 16
    What is the relationship between electricity and magnetism?
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    (D)
    Both B and C
  • 17
    Which of the following statements is correct about the core material of a transformer?
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    B
    C
    D
  • 18
    What does the number of turns in the primary and secondary coils determine in a transformer?
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    (B)
    The voltage ratio.
  • 19
    What happens to the current flowing in a wire when it is moved through a magnetic field?
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    (C)
    The current is induced.
  • 20
    The core of a transformer is often made of:
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    (A)
    Iron
  • 21
    What is the purpose of a step-down transformer in the distribution network?
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    (B)
    To reduce voltage for safe consumer use.
  • 22
    A step-up transformer has more turns on the ____ coil than the ____ coil.
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    (B)
    output, input
  • 23
    Which of the following is an example of a use for electromagnets?
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    (C)
    A doorbell.
  • 24
    Which of the following materials would make the best core for an electromagnet?
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    (C)
    Iron
  • 25
    What is an essential component of an electric motor?
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    (A)
    A commutator
  • 26
    Like poles of magnets will ______.
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    (B)
    Repel
  • 27
    If the primary voltage is 240 V and the secondary voltage is also 240 V, what is the turns ratio?
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    (C)
    1:1
  • 28
    What could be the main reason for the use of underground cables in a power transmission system?
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    (C)
    To avoid overhead wires
  • 29
    In a transformer, how is energy transferred between the primary and secondary coils?
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    (B)
    Through a magnetic field
  • 30
    What happens to a magnet when pushing a magnet in a coil, which way does the induced current in the coil flow?
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    (A)
    The current increases with the speed of the magnet's movement and the direction of induced current depends on the pole pushed into the coil.
  • 31
    What is a generator designed to produce?
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    (A)
    Alternating Current (a.c.)
  • 32
    What causes the sound from the moving-coil loudspeaker?
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    (C)
    The vibration of the cone.
  • 33
    In an ideal transformer, if the input power is 100W and the output voltage is doubled, what will be the approximate output power?
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    (B)
    100W
  • 34
    Which of the following is NOT a part of a basic electromagnet?
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    (D)
    A permanent magnet.
  • 35
    In a power transmission system, transformers are used at the:
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    A
    B
    C
  • 36
    If the input voltage of a transformer is 12 V and the output voltage is 24 V, is it a step-up or a step-down transformer?
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    (A)
    step-up
  • 37
    Which of the following is NOT a method to increase the e.m.f. induced in a coil?
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    (D)
    Decreasing the area of the coil.
  • 38
    What does a simple a.c. generator contain?
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    (D)
    All of the above
  • 39
    If a transformer has a turns ratio of 1:2 and the input voltage is 10 V, what is the output voltage?
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    (C)
    20 V
  • 40
    What does the diagram of a simple generator show?
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    (B)
    A rotating coil, and cutting field lines as a vertical rate.
  • 41
    The core of a transformer is made of laminated sheets to:
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    (B)
    Reduce eddy current losses
  • 42
    What is the name given to the effect when a current is induced in a wire when it moves through a magnetic field?
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    (A)
    Electromagnetic induction
  • 43
    What is the unit for measuring the frequency of AC current?
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    (B)
    Hertz
  • 44
    What happens to the strength of the magnetic field of an electromagnet if the number of turns of wire is reduced?
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    (B)
    The magnetic field gets weaker.
  • 45
    Which of the following describes the relationship between the induced e.m.f. and the rate of change of magnetic flux?
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    (C)
    The induced e.m.f. is directly proportional to the rate of change of magnetic flux.
  • 46
    What is the force between two like magnetic poles?
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    (B)
    Repulsion
  • 47
    In a circuit breaker, what causes the switch to open and break the circuit when the current is too high?
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    (B)
    An electromagnet.
  • 48
    Which of the following factors is directly related to the strength of a magnetic field produced by a solenoid?
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    A
    B
  • 49
    What causes the coil in a motor to rotate?
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    (C)
    The interaction between the magnetic field and the current in the coil.
  • 50
    Which of the following statements is TRUE about the magnetic force?
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    (A)
    Like poles attract each other.