Physics Electromagnetic Induction Application of EMI (Motor, Dynamo, Transformer) Single Correct MCQ
Published on: September 12, 2026

In an induction coil, the secondary e.m.f. is

A
Zero during break of the circuit
B
Very high during make of the circuit
C
Zero during make of the circuit
D
Very high during break of the circuit

Share this question

For Instagram sharing, use “Apps” on mobile or copy the link.

Text Solution

Verified by Experts
The correct answer is:
D
In an induction coil, when the circuit is broken, the change in current induces a high electromotive force (e.m.f.) in the secondary winding due to the principle of electromagnetic induction, specifically Faraday's law of induction.

According to Faraday's law, the induced e.m.f. is directly proportional to the rate of change of magnetic flux. At the moment the circuit is broken, the current changes from a certain value to zero almost instantaneously, which creates a large change in magnetic flux and thus induces a high e.m.f. in the secondary coil. Conversely, when the circuit is made (or closed), the change in current is not abrupt, and hence the induced e.m.f. is not very high.

Therefore, the correct answer is Option D: Very high during break of the circuit.

Prepare Smarter with CGP Edu

Get practice questions, solutions, and test series in one place.

Write a Review

Share your experience with this question and solution.

Commentary

Send your comment, doubt, correction, or feedback to admin.

Student Reviews

What students say about this solution

No reviews yet. Be the first to write a review.

Similar Questions

Explore conceptually related problems

CG
CGP Question Assistant Question Bank + AI Help
Hi! Type your question or upload one screenshot. First I will search related questions from CGP Edu Question Bank. If none match, type YES and I will solve it with AI.
Upload only one screenshot at a time. Flow: Question Bank first → If not matched, type YES for AI solution.