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Does transformer also transfer reactive power to secondary/load ?

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A transformer is basically an impedance adapter and, besides the magnetisation current, primary and secondary currents (multiplied by coil turns) cancel out exactly no matter if they are in phase or 90 degrees respect voltage.
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