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General Knowledge · Q562

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Competitive Exams · General Knowledge · question 562

Q562

What is the function of a dynamo?

A.
To convert heat energy into light energy
B.
To convert light energy into heat energy
C.
To convert mechanical energy into electrical energy
Answer
D.
To convert electrical energy into mechanical energy

Answer: Option C

Solution

Answer: Option C
Solution:
The function of a dynamo is to convert mechanical energy into electrical energy. The electric dynamo uses rotating coils of wire and magnetic fields to convert mechanical rotation into a pulsing direct electric current through Faraday's law of induction and Lenz's law.