Question
Distinguish between an electric motor and generator?

Answer

Following are the points of difference between an electric motor and a generator:Electric Motor:
  • It converts electrical energy into mechanical energy.
  • It needs electrical energy for its working.
  • They are used as water pumps, marble grinders etc.
Generator:
  • It converts mechanical energy into electrical energy.
  • It needs mechanical energy for its working.
  • They are used as water pumps, marble grinders etc.
  • Diesel generator, hydro-electric generator are the examples of it.

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