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Distinguish between Step up and Step Down Transformer. - Physics

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Distinguish between Step up and Step Down Transformer.

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No. Step-up transformer Step-down transformer
i. The number of turns in its secondary is more than that in its primary (NS > NP). The number of turns in primary is greater than in secondary (NP > NS). 
ii. The alternating voltage across the ends of its secondary is more than that across its primary, i.e., eS > eP. The alternating voltage across the ends of the primary is more than that across its secondary, i.e., eP > eS.
iii. Transformer ratio K > 1. Transformer ratio K < 1.
iv. Primary coil made of thick wire. Secondary coil made of thick wire.
v. The secondary coil is made of thin wire. The primary coil is made of thin wire. 
vi. Current through secondary is less than primary. Current through primary is less than secondary.
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