Two cables of copper are of equal lengths. One of them has a single wire of area of cross-section A, while other has 10 wires of cross-sectional area \(\frac{A}{10}\) each. Give their suitability for transporting A.C. and D.C.
Two cables of copper are of equal lengths. One of them has a single wire of area of cross-section A, while other has 10 wires of cross-sectional area \(\frac{A}{10}\) each. Give their suitability for transporting A.C. and D.C.
- only multiple strands for A.C., either for D.C.
- only multiple strands for A.C., only single strand for D.C.
- only single strand for D.C., either for A.C.
- only single strand for A.C., either for D.C.
The Correct Option is A
Solution and Explanation
The major portion of the A.C. flows on the surface of the wire. So where a thick wire is required, a number of thin wires are joined together to give an equivalent effect of a thick wire.
Therefore multiple strands are suitable for transporting A.C. Similarly multiple strands can also be used for D.C.
Therefore, the correct option is (A) : only multiple strands for A.C., either for D.C.
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Current Electricity
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Direct Current
The current electricity whose direction remains the same is known as direct current. Direct current is defined by the constant flow of electrons from a region of high electron density to a region of low electron density. DC is used in many household appliances and applications that involve a battery.
Alternating Current
The current electricity that is bidirectional and keeps changing the direction of the charge flow is known as alternating current. The bi-directionality is caused by a sinusoidally varying current and voltage that reverses directions, creating a periodic back-and-forth motion for the current. The electrical outlets at our homes and industries are supplied with alternating current.