Chapter 2

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Forces And Motion

The Importance Of Maximising

The Efficiency Of Devices
Energy resources, such as petroleum and coal, are
being depleted. To save energy, we should maximise
the efficiency of electrical devices.

The optimum use of water pressure and temperature

can save cost in the use of electricity.
On a hot day, lower the water temperature.
Hot water shower

A thermostat should be used in an air-conditioner

to control the temperature of a room.
The power needed depends on the size of the room.
Air-conditioner
A fluorescent lamp is more efficient than
filament lamp. It is brighter and consumes
less electricity.
Use a lamp with a lower power rating for
a small room.
Filament lamp Fluorescent lamp

The power rating of a device can

TYPE D2160
help us to use electricity according 230 V
to the need. 50/60 Hz
If you are drying your hair using 1500 W

the hairdryer shown and it takes D

5 minutes, then:
Energy used
= 1 500 W × 300 s
= 450 000 J Hairdryer

Switch off the electrical appliances when they are not

in use.

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