October 31, 2016

Why is it preferable to generate alternating current rather than direct current?


Alternating current can be changed in voltage by means of transformers. This is necessary because to transmit power over any distance it must be at high voltage. Too much power is lost when transmitting at low voltage. Direct current cannot be changed in voltage without first changing it to alternating current and then raising the voltage; the operation must then be reversed at the receiving end.

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