In which of the following devices, the eddy current effect is not used?
- magnetic braking in train
- electromagnet
- electric heater
- induction furnace
Answer
(3) electric heater
Solution
As per NCERT, eddy currents are used in magnetic braking in trains, electromagnetic damping, induction furnaces and electric power meters.
An electric heater works on the Joule heating effect of the current flowing through its heating element; no eddy currents are involved.
The eddy current effect is not used in an electric heater.
Answer: (3)