Physics 0625 · IGCSE · Transfer of thermal energy

Transfer of thermal energy — practice question

Fig. 4.1 shows a heater that is used to warm the air inside a room. The diagram depicts a room containing a chair and an electric heater.
(a(i))[1]

State the principal way thermal energy is transferred through the air in the room.

(a(ii))[3]

Explain how the heater warms the whole air supply in the room.

(b(i))[2]

Show that the current in the heater is about 8.7 A.

(b(ii))[2]

State which fuse is chosen. Explain your answer.

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