Fluid Mechanics: Fundamentals and Applications
4th Edition
ISBN: 9781259696534
Author: Yunus A. Cengel Dr., John M. Cimbala
Publisher: McGraw-Hill Education
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Chapter 1, Problem 25P
A 3-kW resistance heater a water beater temperature for 2 hours to raise the water temperature to the desired level. Determine the amount of electric energy used in both kWh and kJ.
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