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How is the magnetic effect utilized?

Correct answer: D. All of above

  • A. To detect a current
  • B. To measure a current
  • C. In electric motor
  • D. All of above

Explanation

The magnetic effect is utilized in various ways in electrical applications:- Detecting currents: Magnetic instruments like galvanometers or ammeters detect the presence and direction of electric currents by sensing the magnetic field produced by the current. - Measuring currents: Instruments such as ammeters utilize the relationship between the strength of the magnetic field and the current flowing through a conductor to quantitatively measure the current's magnitude.- Electric motors: These devices operate based on electromagnetic induction, where the interaction between magnetic fields and electric currents generates mechanical motion, allowing them to convert electrical energy into mechanical energy for various applications.

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