JEE Main 2003 — Alternating Current Question with Solution
From: AIEEE 2003
Question
The core of any transformer is laminated so as to
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Correct answer
Areduce the energy loss due to eddy currents
Step-by-step explanation
Laminated core provide less area of cross-section for the current to flow. Because of this, resistance of the core increases and current decreases thereby decreasing the eddy current losses.
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