9.6 - Generation and Transmission of AC
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Practice Questions
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What device is primarily used to generate AC?
💡 Hint: Think about the machines in power stations.
Why do we use high-voltage lines for AC transmission?
💡 Hint: Consider how heat affects wires.
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What device is used to generate alternating current?
💡 Hint: What machine is typical in power plants?
True or False: High-voltage transmission increases energy loss.
💡 Hint: Think about heat in wires over distances.
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Design a simple diagram that illustrates the process of generating AC and its transmission from a power station to a residential area, including transformers.
💡 Hint: Consider what components are essential for this process.
Critically evaluate the advantages and disadvantages of using AC over DC in long-distance transmission.
💡 Hint: Think about how voltage impacts energy in transmission.
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