Which of the following devices may be used to step up the voltage in a...

PHYSICS
JAMB 1993

Which of the following devices may be used to step up the voltage in a d.c. circuit?

  • A. a step-up transformer
  • B. a d.c. generator
  • C. a wattmeter
  • D. an induction coil

Correct Answer: D. an induction coil

Explanation

An induction coil is a transformer for producing high-voltage alternating current from a low-voltage direct current, consisting essentially of two concentric coils with a common soft-iron core, a primary coil with relatively few windings of heavy wire, and a secondary coil with many turns of fine wire. Excitation of the primary coil by rapidly interrupted or variable current induces high voltage in the secondary coil.



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