WAEC - Physics (2013 - No. 19)

An electric heater has a resistance of 50\(\Omega\). When it is immersed in water and connected to mains source, it draws a current of 4.0A. Calculate the heat gained by the water if the heater is switched on for 2 minutes, assuming no heat losses to the surroundings
4200J
1600J
24000J
96000J

Explanation

Q = \(I^2RT\)

= \(4^2\) x 50 x 2 x 60

= 96000J

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