The basic principle behind working of a transformer is the phenomenon of mutual induction between two windings linked by common magnetic flux. The figure at right shows the simplest form of a transformer. Basically a transformer consists of two inductive coils; primary winding

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A transformer works on the principle of mutual induction between two windings linked by a common magnetic flux.

Transformers consist of two inductive coils - primary and secondary windings.
When an alternating current flows through the primary winding, it creates a changing magnetic field which induces a voltage in the secondary winding.
The ratio of the number of turns in the primary winding to the number of turns in the secondary winding determines the voltage transformation ratio of the transformer.

The basic principle behind working of a transformer is the phenomenon of mutual induction between two windings linked by common magnetic flux. The figure at right shows the simplest form of a transformer. Basically a transformer consists of two inductive coils; primary winding

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