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Question
Observe the figure and answer the following questions.
a) Identify the machine shown in figure.
b) Write a use of this machine.
c) How transformation of energy takes place in this machine.

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Solution
a) The instrument shown in figure is generator.
b) This machine is used to generate electricity.
c) The generator generates electricity through following transformations :
Mechanical Energy → Electrical Energy
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