Physics GCSE
magnetic linking
What magnetic linking means in Physics GCSE, as defined for AQA.
Definition of magnetic linking
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The core links the two coils magnetically, so the changing field through the secondary induces an alternating potential difference across it.
Topics that use magnetic linking
- Transformers (HT only) (AQA GCSE)
Related terms
- iron core
- National Grid transmission
- Turns ratio and power equations
- Changing magnetic field
- Easily magnetised
- primary coil
- secondary coil
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