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State the principle of an electric generator. Write any two differences between electric motors and electric generators.

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An electric generator works on the principle of electromagnetic induction when, a closed coil is rotated in a uniform magnetic field with its axis perpendicular to the direction of the field. The magnetic field lines passing through the coil changes and induce potential differences. Hence a current is set up in it.

Electric motor:

(i) It converts electrical energy into mechanical energy,

(ii) It works on the principle of magnetic field of electric current.

Electric generator:

(i) It converts mechanical energy into electrical energy.

(ii) It works on the principle of electromagnetic induction.



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