Three equal impedances are first connected in delta across a 3-phase b...
When three equal Impedances connected in delta across 3 – phase balanced supply, if they are connected in star power consumption will be 1/3rd of previous consumption.
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Three equal impedances are first connected in delta across a 3-phase b...
Explanation:
Delta and Star Connections:
In a 3-phase system, the loads can be connected in two ways, i.e., delta and star connections. In a delta connection, three loads are connected in a triangle, whereas in a star connection, three loads are connected in a star-like configuration.
Impedance in Delta and Star Connections:
In a delta connection, the impedance of each load is equal to the impedance between any two terminals of the delta connection. In a star connection, the impedance of each load is equal to the impedance between any one terminal and the neutral point of the star connection.
Phase and Line Currents:
In a 3-phase system, the phase current is the current flowing through each load, whereas the line current is the current flowing through the line connecting the loads.
Power Consumed:
The power consumed by a load in a 3-phase system is given by the product of the phase voltage, phase current, and power factor.
Answer:
When the same equal impedances are connected in delta across a 3-phase balanced supply, the phase current and line current are the same, and the power consumed is proportional to the product of phase voltage and phase current.
When the same impedances are connected in star across the same supply, the phase current is 1/√3 times the previous value, and the line current is 1/3 times the previous value. The power consumed is proportional to the product of phase voltage, phase current, and power factor. As the power factor remains the same, the power consumed will be 1/3 of the previous value.
Hence, the correct answer is option 'C'.