How does the configuration of two coils affect voltage readings in a circuit?

In summary, the problem involves two coils, one with N1 rings and length L1 and the other with N2 rings and length L2, with no given radius. N1 is connected to a battery with voltage V1 and N2 is connected to a voltmeter. The question is what will the voltmeter show, using the values N1, L1, N2, L2, and V1. The relevant equation is Faraday's law of induction. Depending on whether the components are real or ideal, the voltmeter will show different results. In the case of real components, the voltmeter will show a final steady state current determined by the battery voltage and resistance in the circuit. If the components
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Homework Statement


given two coils one with N1 rings legnth L1 the other N2 L2, one inside the other
the radius is not given..
N1 is connected to battery V1 and N2 is connected to volt-meter

what will show the volt-meter? (use N1,L1,N2,L2.V1)

Homework Equations



Faraday's law of induction[

The Attempt at a Solution



Me and my friends tried many ways to solve it but
we couldn't agree

if it is like a normal transformer V2=V1*N1/N2

or is it related to length of the coils
 

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Much will depend upon whether these are real components (coils with some resistance in their windings, battery with some internal resistance, etc.) or ideal components.

If they are "real" components, then coil 1 will reach a final steady state current determined by the battery voltage and the resistance in the circuit. If they're ideal, the current will ramp up indefinitely. These two scenarios will present different results on the voltmeter.
 

FAQ: How does the configuration of two coils affect voltage readings in a circuit?

What is a coil transformer?

A coil transformer is a device that uses electromagnetic induction to transfer electrical energy from one circuit to another. It consists of two or more coils of insulated wire wound around a core, usually made of iron or ferrite, and is used to either step up or step down the voltage of an alternating current (AC) power supply.

What is the purpose of a coil transformer?

The main purpose of a coil transformer is to change the voltage of an AC power supply. It can either step up the voltage to a higher level, which is useful for long-distance power transmission, or step down the voltage to a lower level, which is necessary for many household appliances.

What are the common problems associated with coil transformers?

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