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The resistance of electrons flowing through conductors cause heat. When alloy metals such as Tungsten, Nichrome, Geman silver, brass or bronze are used they heat up quickly. Generally the thicker the wire the less resistance therefore less heat.
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Do power stations use heat to generate electricity?
Yes most power stations do use heat to generate electricity. Heat energy of the fuel (e.g. burning coal, burning oil, nuclear fission) is utilized to heat water present in the boiler. This heating generates steam, which is then utilized to run the turbine. However some power stations get the energy to generate electricity without using heat (e.g. hydroelectric dams, wind power, sea wave power, solar cell generation systems).
Can an ac motor generate electricity?
An ac motor cannot generate electricity but its shaft can be coupled to that of certain devices like an alternator to in order to generate electricity.
Why is light fixture hot?
When electricity runs through the fillament in a light bulb, the electrons move so fast that they generate heat, which also creates light. Light bulbs actually create more heat than light.
Is carbon a poor conductor of heat and electricity?
Carbon is a poor conductor of heat and electricity.
Can you use a 24VDC-100RPM motor as wind generator?
All DC Motors can generate electricity according to their size & input volt. 24 volt DC Motor is best for generate electricity. Even you can generate up to 24 volt AC. The big size of Motor is also depends to generate more ampere (current). Remember 24 volt DC Motor which have less RPM without gear is better & efficient for generate electricity than having the more RPM (Round Per Minute). So try it & generate electricity. (for further information, feel free to ask any thing regarding electricity, "admnpmiu_tariq@yahoo.com")
How can the sun's energy source be used directly?
Two common uses are to heat water; and to generate electricity with photovoltaic cells.Two common uses are to heat water; and to generate electricity with photovoltaic cells.Two common uses are to heat water; and to generate electricity with photovoltaic cells.Two common uses are to heat water; and to generate electricity with photovoltaic cells.
How nuclear fuels can be use to generate electricity?
Nuclear fissions in nuclear fuels generate heat and electricity.
Which of the following does not use heat to generate electricity?
wind
Can heat from a chain reaction be used to generate electricity?
yes
Why does the splitting generate electricity?
If you mean nuclear fission, then this does not generate electricity directly. The energy released is essentially light/heat energy and this is used to heat water to produce steam. The steam is then used to drive turbines/generators to produce the electricity.
Does coal generate electricity?
Coal can't generate electricity by itself, but through the process of combustion, it can produce heat which can be used to produce steam that can run turbines which are connected to generators that produces electricity.
How does geothermal energy is used to generate electricity from steam?
The heat from the earth is used to heat water. The water is used to turn a turbine - which generates electricity.
Is Geothermal energy is used to generate electricity by harnessing?
Short answer: Heat Geothermal energy is heat from within the earth.
How is heat made by electricity?
There are many ways how electricity can create heat. For example, passing a current through a wire of high resistance (i.e. a resistor) will generate heat, though not much.
How can garbage be used to power homes in Savannah?
Garbage can be used to generate electricity in two ways.Organic garbage can be contained, fermented, and used to generate methane, which can be burnt to generate electricity.Non-organic garbage can be burned as biomass and the heat used to generate electricity.
To reduce climate damage scientists hope to generate electricity from nuclear energy through what?
Scientists hope to generate electricity and heat through nuclear fusion as well as nuclear fission.
Solar energy how is it used?
Solar energy is mainly used as follows:(1) To heat stuff, for example, to heat water.(2)To generate electricity.Solar energy is mainly used as follows:(1) To heat stuff, for example, to heat water.(2)To generate electricity.Solar energy is mainly used as follows:(1) To heat stuff, for example, to heat water.(2)To generate electricity.Solar energy is mainly used as follows:(1) To heat stuff, for example, to heat water.(2)To generate electricity.
