D.4.4 - AC Generators
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Practice Questions
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What does an AC generator convert?
💡 Hint: Think about the source of motion in generators.
Name the type of current produced by an AC generator.
💡 Hint: Consider how the current changes direction.
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What is the primary function of an AC generator?
💡 Hint: Think about the type of energy in motion.
Does an AC generator produce direct current (DC)?
💡 Hint: Consider how the flow of current changes.
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Challenge Problems
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Design a basic schematic diagram for an AC generator that includes the coil, magnetic field, and the connection for electrical output. Explain your design.
💡 Hint: Use your understanding of Faraday’s Law to illustrate your explanation.
If an AC generator's coil is rotated at an increasing speed, describe the effect this will have on the voltage produced and explain why.
💡 Hint: Consider how faster motion impacts electrical generation.
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