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The basic idea behind a generator is that it converts mechanical energy (kinetic) to electrical energy in the form of electric current. A motor does this process in reverse: it uses electrical energy and converts it into mechanical energy (it produces motion).
This is, presumably, what your physics teacher wants to hear.
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∙ 13y agoGenerators are motors run in reverse and vice versa.
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∙ 8y agoThe similarity between electric motor and electric generator is that
1)they work on the magnetic effects of electric current.
2) They both have the armatures to rotate the loop.
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∙ 11y agoMotors and generators both provide electrical energy. They both have mechanical energy.They also produce chemical energy.
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∙ 14y agoIn a sense Motors are Generators run backwards, Motros take electrical energy in and put out mechanical energy.
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∙ 10y agoThat they both run off of eletricksisity
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How are both motors and generators examples of energy changing form?
They are because they can.
What one converts electrical energy into mechanical energy that is used for work motors or generators?
A generator
What are some examples of some real life electromagnets?
All the electric motors/generators in your life. For instance: an electric egg-beater, the "alternator" and the starter in your car, vacuum cleaners.
Why is 690 volts used as a wind generator?
400 volts 3 phase is the standard voltage in Europe, and wind generators originated in Europe. 3 phase induction motors are readily available and become induction generators when driven faster than there syncronous speed mechanicaly by an external force, like the wind in the case of wind generators. Motors are typically delta connected and have 400 volt windings. In the case of generators there is an efficiency gain by configuring the 400 volt windings in a star configuration because the higher voltage will yield a lower current allowing a smaller diameter conductor. Square root of three times 400 volts equals 690 volts. Viola!
How are a fossil fuel burning power plant and a nuclear plant similar?
They both use steam turbine/generators
Are coal and oil motors or generators?
They are neither. Coal is a fuel which can be used to run motors and generators.
Are motors the same as generators?
No. No. No. No.
What do generators and motors have in common?
Electric motors and generators are electromagnetic devices that are the opposite of each other. Electric motors convert electrical energy into mechanical energy, while electric generators convert mechanical energy into electrical energy.
What is the difference in functions between generators and electric motors?
the electric motors are round and the generators are square and they are powered by the sunshine the generators blow bubbles and the electric motors blow somkey green gas!! this gas is deadly If you are able, perhaps you can answer this in a serious manner. If you don't know the answer, than please STFU!!
Explain why electric motors and generators are opposites?
Electric motors take electric energy and turn it into kinetic energy Generators take mechanical energy and turn it into electric energy
How do electric motors and generators use magnetism?
you take the moter
What do electric generators and electric motors have in common?
Stator and rotor
How are motors and generators examples of energy changing forms?
They are because they can.
What has the author David Penn Moreton written?
David Penn Moreton has written: 'Electric motors' -- subject(s): Electric motors 'Generators and motors' -- subject(s): Electric generators, Electric motors 'Practical applied electricity' -- subject(s): Electrical engineering, Electric engineering
What are SIC 3621 product lines?
In 2001 the industry's products consisted of four primary product groups: fractional horsepower motors, integral horsepower motors and generators, land prime mover generator sets, and parts and supplies for motors and generators.
How are Motors different from generators?
they go round and round and use gas
How are both motors and generators examples of energy changing form?
They are because they can.
