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Food can generally be kept under a heat lamp for about 2 to 4 hours, depending on the type of food and the temperature of the lamp. It's important to ensure that the food stays at a safe temperature of at least 140°F (60°C) to prevent bacterial growth. After this time, food quality may decline, and it may be safer to discard it to avoid foodborne illnesses. Always monitor the food and check for any changes in texture or aroma.

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How could use a heat lamp and a tank of water for a science experiment?

You can use a heat lamp to study the effects of temperature on water evaporation. Place a tank filled with water under the heat lamp and monitor the rate of evaporation at different distances and intensities of light. By measuring the water level at regular intervals, you can analyze how temperature affects evaporation rates. This experiment can also illustrate concepts like heat transfer and the water cycle.


Food being warmed by infrared light is heat transfer by?

Thermal Radiation.Radiation.There are three main types of heat transfer methods in Thermodynamics. Radiation, Convection, and Conduction. Food warmed by infrared light is heat transfer by radiation. What you feel coming from the infrared lamp is radiant heatenergy.


What kind of heat is used in incubators?

most of the time an incubator is heated by a heat lamp


Can a lava lamp give off heat like can it heat up a cold room?

One lamp won't do much. I have 10 and my room is always really hot when they are all on


Will a heat lamp help reduce moisture in a bathroom?

A heat lamp can help reduce moisture in a bathroom by increasing the temperature, which can enhance evaporation and lower humidity levels. However, it is not a permanent solution for moisture issues. Proper ventilation, such as exhaust fans or open windows, is more effective in managing humidity and preventing mold growth. Using a heat lamp in conjunction with ventilation can improve overall moisture control.

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When you set food under a heat lamp to warm it you are changing radiant heat into this form?

You are changing radiant heat into thermal energy when you set food under a heat lamp to warm it. The heat from the lamp is absorbed by the food, raising its temperature and allowing it to heat up.


Heating food under a heating lamp is an example of heat transfer by?

convection


What is the effect of light bulbs on food?

As you know light bulbs give off a good amount of heat, so to keep food under a light will keep the food somewhat warmer. That is why resturants keep plates of food in the "hot line," just a fancy way to say a counter with a lamp over it.


When you set food under a heat lamp to warm you are changing radiant energy to what form?

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What food do you buy at a store that looks like it's been under the heat lamp for weeks?

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What do you use to keep a chick warm?

blanket and heat lamp (I recommend a blanket)


Should you keep brand new baby robins just hatched under a heat lamp?

only when it's cold


How do you care for a piglet?

You must keep the newborns under a heat lamp so they keep warm, also the piglets must have clean dry pen or they will get sick.


How can you heat up your bearded dragons cage when it already has proper substrate and heat lamp?

Use a heat mat under the vivarium at the same end as the heat lamp.


Can i put a heat lamp for my leopard gecko's heat source?

Yes you can, however if you have a heat lamp you should get a heat mat (for under the cage) so he/she can have heat at the top and bottom of the cage.


How does a food warming tray keep food warm?

Fooding warming trays keep food warm by applying heat to a small amount of water in a tray underneath the food tray. The tray containing the water is heated either by electricity or with small alcohol gel candles. The heat and steam radiated up from the water and tray holding the water keeps the food warm.


How do you house a cricket in winter?

Put It under a heat lamp