electric motor
What is a motor?
A motor is a device that changes electrical energy into mechanical energy,or motion.
what is a generator?
A electric generator turns motion into electrical energy.
what is a alternating current?
a alternating current flows in one direction and then flows in opposite direction.
How does a simple electric motor work?
A simple electric motor has a power source a permanent magnet,a rotating loop of wire, and a motor shaft.
how does simple generator work?
a simple generator has as many of the same parts as a motor. mechanical energy turns the wire loop between two magnet poles.
what is a direct current?
a direct current flows with out stopping or reversing direction.
How might a electric train use the spinning motion produced by motor?
the electromagnet feels more push and pull from the permanent magnet. the motor might use this stronger force to move something heavy or spin faster.
What do simple generators and simple electric motors have in common?
a generator and a motor have as many of the same parts.
what is the difference between alternating current and direct current?
alternating current flows in one direction and direct current flows without stopping or reversing direction.
what devices have you used today that use direct current? alternating current?
a computer and tv.