A resistor of resistance is connected across a battery for

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Problem

A resistor of resistance 10 Ω10\,\Omega is connected across a 12 V12\,\text{V} battery for 3 min3\,\text{min}. Using the information given, answer the following: (i) Calculate the electrical power developed in the resistor. (ii) Find the total electrical energy converted into heat during the 3 min3\,\text{min} interval, expressing your answer in joules. (iii) Express the heat obtained in part (ii) in calories. Take 1 cal=4.18 J1\,\text{cal}=4.18\,\text{J}.

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