Multiple choice general knowledge science & technology

The purpose of choke in tube light is ?

  1. To decrease the current

  2. To increase the current

  3. To decrease the voltage momentarily

  4. To increase the voltage momentarily
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D Correct answer
Explanation

The choke in a fluorescent tube light is an inductor that creates a high voltage spike when current is interrupted, which ionizes the gas in the tube and starts the conduction. Once started, it limits the current to prevent damage.

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