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What does a generator convert?
What does a generator convert?
- Mechanical energy into electrical energy (correct)
- Light energy into mechanical energy
- Electrical energy into mechanical energy
- Heat energy into electrical energy
On what principle does the energy conversion in a generator rely?
On what principle does the energy conversion in a generator rely?
- Production of static induced e.m.f
- Production of heat induced e.m.f
- Production of light induced e.m.f
- Production of dynamically induced e.m.f (correct)
What is the function of a commutator in a generator?
What is the function of a commutator in a generator?
- To regulate the voltage
- To convert AC to DC
- To increase the current flow
- To change the direction of the current (correct)
What is the purpose of pole-pitch in a generator?
What is the purpose of pole-pitch in a generator?
What is the role of armature windings in a generator?
What is the role of armature windings in a generator?
What is the standard for large-scale power transmission and distribution across the modern world?
What is the standard for large-scale power transmission and distribution across the modern world?
Where was the world's first power system built in 1881?
Where was the world's first power system built in 1881?
Who developed the first steam-powered electric power station on Pearl Street in New York City?
Who developed the first steam-powered electric power station on Pearl Street in New York City?
What type of power system is found in aircraft, electric rail systems, ocean liners, submarines, and automobiles?
What type of power system is found in aircraft, electric rail systems, ocean liners, submarines, and automobiles?
What is the network of electrical components deployed to supply, transfer, and use electric power called?
What is the network of electrical components deployed to supply, transfer, and use electric power called?
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