P6 how an ac generator works (part 1)

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25 12 AC generators are used to generate electricity. Here is a diagram of a small AC generator. coils magnets

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(a) Explain how this AC generator works. Use all the labels in the diagram in your explanation. ................................................................................................................................................... ................................................................................................................................................... ................................................................................................................................................... ................................................................................................................................................... ............................................................................................................................................. [2]

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