Physics
An electric heater of power 3 kW is used for 10 h. How much energy does it consume? Express your answer in
(i) kWh
(ii) joule.
Work, Energy & Power
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Answer
Given,
Power of the electric heater = 3kW
Time for which the electric heater is used = 10 hours
We know,
Energy consumed = power × time
(i) Energy consumed in kWh
(ii) Energy consumed in joule.
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