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Question 8

An experimental polar probe's climate control system consists of 8 identical miniature heating elements connected in series with a 36 V DC power supply.

a.

What is the voltage across each heating element in the series circuit?

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b.

Each heating element has a power of 6.75 W. State the equation linking power, current, and voltage.

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c.

Show that the current in the circuit is 1.5 A.

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d.

The heating elements are switched on for 4 hours a day for 5 days. Calculate the total energy transferred during this time in joules (J).

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e.

Describe the main energy transfers that take place in each heating element when they are connected to the power supply.

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