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Correct AnswerB. Electromagnetic induction

Quick Explanation

Most common phone charging pads transfer energy by electromagnetic induction between a transmitter coil in the pad and a receiver coil in the device, often with resonant compensation to improve coupling and efficiency.

Formula / Key Relation

Faraday's law:
e = −N dΦ/dt
Coupled coils:
M links transmitter and receiver magnetic flux.

Detailed Explanation

Concept & Reasoning

An alternating current in the primary coil produces a time-varying magnetic flux. The receiver coil intercepts part of that flux, inducing an emf according to Faraday's law. Power electronics then rectify/regulate the received energy for battery charging.

How to Solve It in the Exam

Wireless charging pad → coupled coils → induction.

Important Exam Point

Alignment and coil separation strongly affect coupling coefficient and efficiency.

Related Revision Path

This question sits in the revision path Building Electrical Services → Emerging Electrical Technologies → Wireless Power Transfer .

Inductive Wireless Charging explanatory diagram

Quick Trick

Wireless charging pad → coupled coils → induction.

Common Mistake

Selecting static electricity; charging power is transferred by time-varying magnetic fields.

Exam Tip

Alignment and coil separation strongly affect coupling coefficient and efficiency.

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