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Which appliance in a home use the least energy?
The worst offenders are things that produce heat - such as an electic cooker, or a kettle. Next up are old inefficient lights. Finally consumer devices like Computers, TVs, DVD players.While the last group use the least electicity they tend to be left in a standby mode that still consumes electicity which means within a 24hr period your TV can easily consume more electricity than your kettle did...
What is the difference between an electric dryer and an electric steam dryer?
None of the above. Please don't get trapped in that mindset that you must have an appliance to dry your clothes. For one thing, a dryer, gas or electric, beats the crap out of your clothes! Yes they give it a nice, easy, gentle name.....they call it "tumbling" but really it's beating the crap out of your clothes. Look at the lint that comes out of the lint trap next time you clean it. That was part of your clothes. How many times do you think you can do this to your clothes? Soon there will be nothing left of them, maybe you can knit a sweater from the lint you have collected. Folks, the best clothes dryer in the world is a piece of rope and some wooden spring clamps (clothespins) I would suggest hanging your clothes in a shaded area, as direct sun will fade colors over time. You can also hang them inside, like in the basement, or a spare bedroom. Your clothes will not dry as fast as with a dryer, of course, BUT..... after the initial cost of the rope and clothespins, it is free. There's your efficiency that you are wanting, right there! In the winter you are already heating the air in your home, and the moisture from the clothes is usually much needed. A clothes dryer is one of the biggest energy-suckers you have in your home, and then what happens to all that hot and moist air??? it gets blown outside of course. But that is another discussion topic. Do yourself a big favor, and air dry your clothes, they will last longer, and you will save a heap of money. yes, it may be inconvenient at times, but a great man once said, "In order to conserve, we must be inconvenienced to some degree." Now to answer your question properly, that is, if electric or gas are the only allowed answers, and by "most efficient" you don't mean least expensive, In both cases, efficiency is affected by airflow, or lack of airflow. Keep the filters clear of lint. One by-product from the combustion of liquified petroleum (propane) is water.... moisture.... so just from burning the gas to make heat your are taking away some of the hot air's ability to absorb moisture. in that regard, gas is less efficient, but just to a slight degree. Electricity is 100% efficient at the point of use, your home, but one must think about, how efficient was the electric plant that produced the electricity... and how effieciently was this power transmitted to your home? but. i guess that is neither here nor there, since the electricity you pay for is measured as it goes into your house wiring, so the electric company in the end pays for the inefficiency of it generating and distribution network. but still, something to think about. So to answer the question.................Electric............definitely ELECTRIC :)
What are the things that use the most electricity in a typical household?
The things that typically use the most electricity in a household are heating and cooling systems, water heaters, refrigerators, and clothes dryers.
Why do Ontario homes use more electricity in winter?
Ontario homes use more electricity in winter because heating systems like electric furnaces or baseboard heaters run more frequently to maintain comfortable temperatures indoors. Additionally, shorter daylight hours lead to increased use of lighting, while the use of appliances like clothes dryers and space heaters also adds to electricity consumption during the colder months.
Can damp clothes be electrically charged by rubbing together?
Yes, damp clothes can become electrically charged when rubbed together because the moisture in the fabric allows for better transfer of electrons, leading to the buildup of static electricity. This can cause clothes to stick together or to your skin.
In your home your stove and your electric clothes dryer usually run on?
Electricity.
What is an electric flat iron?
An electric flat iron is a type of clothes iron that runs on electricity. The first electric flat iron was invented by Henry W. Seely.
How electricity is used in the US?
Electricity is used for a number of things in the home. Some heaters require electric to run the blowers for heating the home. There is also electricity for cooking, washing clothes, drying clothes, and running appliances. Electricity is essential for lighting homes at night.
What type of energy resource is used for ironing clothes?
An electric iron uses electricity. Electricity is usually generated by burning fossil fuels, but some comes from renewable resources like hydro, solar, wind, wave, tidal and geothermal. A steam iron also usually uses electricity to heat the water and turn it to steam.
How does clothes in the dryer produce electric charge?
Clothes rubbing against each other and the dryer drum create friction, causing electrons to transfer between the materials. This transfer of electrons builds up electric charge on the clothes. When the clothes are separated or come into contact with another material, this charge can be discharged as static electricity.
Why is it when you take your clothes out of the tumble dryer you get an electric shock and a fuzzy feeling all the way up your arm?
All that heat and movement has generated 'static electricity' and you are earthing it.
How can fabric softener help reduce static electricity in clothing?
Fabric softener helps reduce static electricity in clothing by coating the fibers with a thin layer of chemicals that neutralize the electric charge buildup, making the clothes less likely to cling together and creating less static electricity.
Why are sparks observed on a dry day when clothes are removed?
Sparks are observed when clothes are removed on a dry day because the friction between the clothes and the body generates static electricity. This static charge can build up on the clothes and discharge as sparks when they are removed. Dry air does not conduct electricity well, so the charge remains on the clothes until it can discharge through a spark.
Why do you get electric shocks from everyday objects?
Electric shocks from everyday objects occur when there is a buildup of static electricity on the surface of the object. When you touch the object, the excess charge is transferred to your body, causing a small electric shock. This commonly happens with items made of insulating materials like carpets, clothes, or plastic.
You are a computer technician you get electric shock from PC many times but others don't get shocked from same PC even when they are bare footed but I am having shoes in foot we don't use Earth here.?
It souinds like a static electricity shock - some people build up more electricity in their bodies than others do, could also have something to do with the clothes you wear. Cotton clothes generally don't produce electricity.
Where does the energy of a washing machine come from?
The energy for a washing machine typically comes from electricity, as most washing machines are powered by an electric motor. This motor drives the various cycles and functions of the washing machine, such as spinning and agitating the clothes.
How do you remove static electricity from clothes?
You can remove static electricity from clothes by using an anti-static spray, lightly misting the clothes with water, or using a dryer sheet when drying them. You can also try hanging the clothes to dry instead of using the dryer.
