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13.2 Transformers and the National Grid

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The Table shows information about three transformers, A, B and C.

Table

TransformerPotential difference across primary coil / V\text{V}VNumber of turns on primary coilNumber of turns on secondary coilPotential difference across secondary coil / V\text{V}V
A230100050
B1260240
C40001609.2

Use the equation

VPVS=NPNS\displaystyle \frac{V_P}{V_S} = \frac{N_P}{N_S}VS​VP​​=NS​NP​​

a.

Complete the Table.

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b.

Identify which transformer is a step-up transformer.

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c.

Transformer B is 100% efficient. The current in its secondary coil is 0.10 A.

Calculate the current in its primary coil.

Use the equation

VP×IP=VS×ISV_P \times I_P = V_S \times I_SVP​×IP​=VS​×IS​

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13.2 Transformers and the National Grid Questions

  1. GCSE
  2. /Physics
  3. /13.2 Transformers and the National Grid

108 exam-style questions on Edexcel GCSE Physics 13.2 Transformers and the National Grid, covering 13.2.1 Transformers and induction, 13.2.2 The transformer turns-ratio equation, 13.2.3 The National Grid, 13.2.4 The transformer power equation, and 13.2.5 Advantages of high-voltage transmission. Each one has a worked solution and a mark scheme showing where the marks go.

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