AC Through Inductor: Basic Concepts

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What does the term 'AC through inductor' refer to?

It refers to alternating current passing through an inductor, where the inductor opposes changes in the current flow.

What is inductance?

Inductance is a property of an inductor that indicates its ability to resist changes in electric current.

How does an inductor behave in an AC circuit?

In an AC circuit, an inductor opposes changes in current and causes a phase shift between voltage and current.

What is the phase difference between voltage and current in AC circuits with inductors?

The current lags the voltage by 90 degrees in an ideal inductor circuit.

How does frequency affect the reactance of an inductor in an AC circuit?

The inductive reactance increases with increasing frequency.

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