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Here are explanations for the topics on Electrical Energy and Power:
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i) Concepts of electrical energy and power: Electrical energy is the work done by an electric current, or the capacity of electricity to do work. It is measured in Joules (J). Electrical power is the rate at which electrical energy is consumed or produced. It is measured in Watts (W) and can be calculated as Power (P) = Voltage (V) × Current (I).
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ii) Commercial unit of electric energy and power: The commercial unit for electrical energy is the kilowatt-hour (kWh), which is the energy consumed by a 1 kilowatt appliance operating for 1 hour. The commercial unit for electrical power is the watt (W) or kilowatt (kW) (1 kW = 1000 W).
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iii) Electric power transmission: Electric power is transmitted over long distances from power stations to consumers. To minimize energy loss (due to heating, P = I²R) during transmission, the voltage is stepped up to very high levels (and current is reduced) using transformers, and then stepped down again for distribution to homes and businesses.
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v) Heating effects of electric current: When electric current flows through a conductor, some electrical energy is converted into heat energy due to the resistance of the conductor. This is known as the heating effect of electric current or Joule heating (Heat = I²Rt). This effect is utilized in appliances like electric heaters, toasters, and incandescent light bulbs.
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vi) Electrical wiring of houses: House wiring typically involves three main wires: the live wire (at high potential), the neutral wire (at zero potential), and the earth wire (a safety wire connected to the ground). Circuits are wired in parallel so that each appliance receives the full supply voltage and can be operated independently.
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vii) Use of fuses: A fuse is a safety device designed to protect electrical circuits and appliances from damage due to overcurrent or short circuits. It contains a thin wire with a low melting point that melts and breaks the circuit if the current exceeds a safe limit, thus preventing overheating and potential fires.
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