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Why would a wire gain heat energy from the current flowing through it |
The electrons collide with the ions in the lattice and transfer energy |
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What are the advantages and disadvantages of the heating effect |
Advantage - is useful in components like kettles and electric fires Disadvantage - might get too hot and melt the circuit. Could cause burns if someone touches the appliance |
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What is energy measured in |
Joules (J) |
