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प्रश्न
A portable radio has a built in transformer so that it can work from the mains instead of batteries. Is this a step up or step down transformer? Give reason.
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उत्तर
A step-down transformer is used in a portable radio in order to reduce the voltage.
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संबंधित प्रश्न
Draw a labelled diagram to show the various components of a step-up transformer.
Draw a labelled diagram of a device you would use to transform 200 V a.c. to 15 V a.c. Name the device and explain how it works. Give its tow uses.
- Complete the following diagram of a transformer and name the parts labelled A and B.
- Name the part you have drawn to complete the diagram in part (a).
- What is the material of this part named above?
- Is this transformer a step up or step down? Give reason.

The following diagram shows the core of a transformer and its input and output connections.

- State the material used for core and describe its structure.
- Complete the diagram of the transformer and connections by labelling all parts joined by you.
- Name the transformer: step-up or step down?
Give two points of difference between a step-up transformer and step-down transformer.
Differentiate step up and step down transformer.
The transformation ratio in the step-up transformer is ______
Name the device used to transform 12 V a.c. to 200 V a.c.
State two characteristics of the primary coil as compared to its secondary coil of a step-up transformer.
The output current of a transformer in which the voltage is stepped down is usually higher than the input current. Explain why.
