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⚛️ Physics  ·  Electromagnetic Induction  ·  NEET & JEE

In a step-down transformer, the number of secondary turns is ___ the number of primary turns:

Answer: fewer than.

  • A fewer than
  • B more than
  • C equal to
  • D exactly double

Correct answer: A. fewer than

Explanation: A step-down transformer has fewer secondary turns, giving a lower output voltage.

EMF is Induced Only While Flux is ChangingΦmagnet approachingmagnet stationary inside coilEMFEMF ≠ 0 (flux changing)EMF = 0 (flux constant)t

As a magnet approaches a coil, flux rises steadily and a constant non-zero EMF is induced (Faraday's law). Once the magnet stops moving, flux stays constant and the induced EMF drops to zero - EMF only exists while flux is actively changing.

Concept context

Faraday's and Lenz's laws, motional EMF, self/mutual inductance, eddy currents, and the AC generator - how a changing magnetic flux creates an electric current.

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