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Randall D. Knight — Work, Heat, and the First Law of Thermodynamics: Problem 42

A 150 L ($\approx$ 40 gal) electric hot-water tank has a 5.0 kW heater. How many minutes will it take to raise the water temperature from 65°F to 140°F?

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Given: 5.0 kW

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Physics for Scientists and Engineers: A Strategic Approach · 5th Edition
Author: Randall D. Knight
Publisher: Pearson
Chapter: Work, Heat, and the First Law of Thermodynamics

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