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Explain the interplay between electric and magnetic forces in an electric generator.

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Answer:

See explanation.

Step-by-step explanation:

To start with, an electric generator uses an A.C circuit power supply which means the current alternates throughout. Firstly, the magnetic field/direction produced by the magnets (N-pole and S-pole) cause the rectangular coil between to turn (you can figure out the direction of the force and current using Fleming's Right Hand Dynamo rule). Alongside, as the coil turns, it cuts through the produced magnetic field by the magnets to induce E.M.F (electromotive force) and then the voltage/current travels to the secondary coil where it is either stepped up or down as needed hence transforming the input voltage.

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