JAMB Physics 1990 Question 47

Question 47

Electromagnetic Induction

What precaution should a manufacturer take to ensure that energy loss in a transformer is minimized?

  1. A.The winding of the transformer should be made of high resistance wires
  2. B.The core should be made of thin sheets of metal
  3. C.No magnetic material should be used to make the core
  4. D.The flux linking the primary with the secondary coils should be minimum.
Show the answer and explanation

Answer: B (The core should be made of thin sheets of metal)

Explanation

A core made of thin insulated (laminated) sheets cuts down eddy currents and the energy they waste.