The primary of a transformer when connected to a dc battery of 10 Volt draws a current of 1 mA. The number of turns of the primary and secondary windings are 50 and 100 respectively. The voltage in the secondary and the current drawn by the circuit in the secondary are respectively
- 20 V and 2.0 mA
- 10 V and 0.5 mA
- Zero volt and therefore no current
- 20 V and 0.5 mA
Answer
(3) Zero volt and therefore no current
Solution
∵ A transformer works on mutual induction, which needs a changing magnetic flux.
A dc battery gives a steady current ⇒ the flux through the secondary does not change.
⇒ Induced emf in the secondary = 0
∴ Secondary voltage is zero and no current flows in it.
Answer: (3)