An inductor L of inductance XL is connected in series with a bulb B and an ac source. How would brightness of the bulb change when (i) number of turns in the inductor is reduced, (ii) an iron rod is inserted in the inductor and (iii) a capacitor of reactance $X_C = X_L$ is inserted in series in the circuit. Justify your answer in each case.
CBSE DELHI - SET 2 2015
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  1. Increases
$\text{X}_{L} = \omega_{L}$

As number of turns decreases, L decreases, hence current through bulb increases. /voltage across bulb increases.
  1. Decreases
Iron rod increases the inductance, which increases $X_L,$ hence½ current through the bulb decreases/voltage across bulb decreases.
  1. Increases
condition $(X_C = X_L)$ the current through the bulb will become maximum/increase.
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