5.4 - Applications of the Heating Effect of Electric Current
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What is the heating effect of electric current?
💡 Hint: Think about what happens when electricity travels through a wire.
What is Joule's Law?
💡 Hint: It relates heat and electrical properties.
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What is the primary purpose of electric heaters?
💡 Hint: Think about what you use heaters for.
True or False: Fuses allow the current to flow indefinitely without any safety measures.
💡 Hint: Consider the role of fuses.
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An electric heater draws a current of 12A with a resistance of 8 ohms. Calculate the heat produced in 15 seconds.
💡 Hint: Break down the formula step by step for clarity.
Compare the energy efficiency of a 60W incandescent bulb with a 10W LED bulb in terms of waste heat and light output.
💡 Hint: Think about how each bulb generates and uses energy.
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