Investigating a factor affecting the voltage output of a transformer.

... GCSE Physics Coursework Plan Introduction I shall be investigating a factor affecting the voltage output of a transformer. In order to do this I shall be measuring the range of voltages that are induced across the secondary coil of the transformer when one factor is varied. To do this as accurately as possible and to obtain a fair test I shall ensure that every other variable factor in the practical remains constant. Background Theory Transformers are used industrially to increase the low voltages produced in electricity generation (25 kV) to higher voltages to be transported in the grid electricity supply's cables (250 kV), and then to decrease these voltages for use in domestic appliances (230 V). A transformer is a device for changing the voltage of alternating current (a.c.) signals and power supplies. Two coils are wound around an iron core, which is preferably laminated so as to reduce energy loss via eddy currents. Iron is

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