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Why is the size of wires and cables used in energy transmission important?
Why is the size of wires and cables used in energy transmission important?
- To make the transmission lines more visible
- To reduce cost
- To minimize power losses and improve efficiency (correct)
- To increase the voltage
What type of energy is electrical energy a form of?
What type of energy is electrical energy a form of?
- Potential energy
- Thermal energy
- Nuclear energy
- Kinetic energy (correct)
What is the role of substations in the transmission of electricity?
What is the role of substations in the transmission of electricity?
- To generate electricity
- To distribute electricity to consumers
- To convert mechanical energy into electrical energy
- To increase or decrease voltage (correct)
What happens to the voltage as it travels from the source to consumers?
What happens to the voltage as it travels from the source to consumers?
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What is the purpose of a step-up transformer?
What is the purpose of a step-up transformer?
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What is the purpose of a step-up transformer?
What is the purpose of a step-up transformer?
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What is the function of transmission lines?
What is the function of transmission lines?
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What is the standard alternating current supply voltage in the Philippines?
What is the standard alternating current supply voltage in the Philippines?
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What is the purpose of a step-down transformer?
What is the purpose of a step-down transformer?
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What is the role of power generating plants?
What is the role of power generating plants?
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What is the purpose of the Electric Power Grid?
What is the purpose of the Electric Power Grid?
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