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Physics Laboratory Experiments

Jerry D. Wilson, Cecilia A. Hernandez-Hall

Chapter 27

Joule Heat - all with Video Answers

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Chapter Questions

01:16

Problem 1

What are the major sources of error in the experiment? Why should the initial temperature of the water be several degrees below room temperature?

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01:14

Problem 2

Why was it necessary to make adjustments to maintain a constant current in the circuit?

Brianna Owen
Brianna Owen
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02:39

Problem 3

If the cost of electricity is 12 cents per $\mathrm{kWh}$, what was the cost of the electricity used in performing the experiment?

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03:23

Problem 4

(a) Circular metal wires in electrical circuits may have different cross-sectional areas (different diameters) and different lengths. For a given applied voltage, how would the joule heat vary with these parameters?
(b) Would the wire material make a difference? (Hint: See resistivity in your textbook.)

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00:24

Problem 5

Do heating appliances such as hair dryers and toasters have high-resistance or low-resistance elements? Explain.

Manish Kumar
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