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Question
The domestic electricity in India is an ac with a frequency ______ of Hz.
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Solution
The domestic electricity in India is an ac with a frequency 50 of Hz.
Explanation:
In India, domestic electricity alternates its direction 50 times per second, which means it has a frequency of 50 Hz. This standard was adopted globally across many countries to efficiently power home appliances and regional electrical grids.
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