Efficiency of a water heating system

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Author:

Jan DeWaters, Susan Powers

Subject:

Mathematics and Statistics, Science and Technology

Institution Name:

Clarkson University

Collection:

TeachEngineering

Grade Level:

Secondary

Abstract:

Students use a watt meter to measure energy input into a hot plate or hot pot used to heat water. The theoretical amount of energy required to raise the water by the measure temperature change is calculated and compared to the electrical energy input to calculate efficiency.

Languages:

English

Material Type:

Activities and Labs, Lesson Plans

Media Format:

Graphics/Photos, Text/HTML

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Copyright Holder:

Clarkson University