A space heater primarily converts electrical energy into A. light energy B. mechanical energy C. sound energy D. thermal energy

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Kelp · Answer 1 · 2018-09-24T19:16:05+0000

Answer: D. Thermal energy

Explanation
A space heater uses resistance elements that are heated by an electrical current.

The thermal energy, Q, generated in a resistance of R ohms that carries a current of I is
Q = I²R

This equation assumes that all the electrical energy is converted into thermal energy without losses.

A space heater primarily converts electrical energy into A. light energy B. mechanical energy C. sound energy D. thermal energy

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