Understanding Electric Motor Theory for First Timers

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In summary, the conversation is about a first timer seeking help with understanding the theory behind electric motors. They are conducting an experiment with water and a turbine, and are looking for an explanation on how spinning a motor in the opposite direction can produce current. The answer is electromagnetism and the user has been directed to a resource on this topic.
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First timer needs help! With theory of electric motors

Hi,
I was wondering if anyone could please explain (or redirect me to) the basic theory in how by spinning a motor in its opposite direction, it produces current. I am conducting an experiment on the amount of current that can be obtained from water running down drain down pipes, this water hits a turbine, which spins it in the motor in a opposite direction, thus producing current.

ANY help at all would be greatly appreciated :smile:
Cheers matt.
 
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ok will have a look thanks!
 

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