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A light bulb uses 60 J of electrical energy and produces 50 J of light energy. Calculate the wasted energy.
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Conservation and dissipation of energy
Question
A light bulb uses 60 J of electrical energy and produces 50 J of light energy. Calculate the wasted energy.
Answer
10 J
Explanation
The calculation shows the difference between the total energy input and the useful energy output, demonstrating the concept of wasted energy. This answer is linked to Energy transfers in a system because it applies the learning objective: Use the term wasted energy to describe energy transferred in less useful ways.. It shows the Physics relationship clearly and keeps energy, power, work done and efficiency terms distinct where they appear.
Common mistake
Misunderstanding Wasted Energy
Students often confuse wasted energy with energy that is simply lost, thinking it disappears rather than being transferred to less useful stores.
Clarify that wasted energy is energy that is transferred in ways that are not useful for the intended purpose, but it is still present in the system.
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