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Ch.6 - Thermochemistry
Tro - Chemistry: A Molecular Approach 4th Edition
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Capitolo 6, Problema 36a,b

A particular frost-free refrigerator uses about 745 kWh of electrical energy per year. Express this amount of energy in each unit. a. J b. kJ

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Step 1: Understand the relationship between kilowatt-hours (kWh) and joules (J). 1 kWh is equivalent to 3.6 million joules (3.6 x 10^6 J).
Step 2: To convert the energy usage from kWh to joules, multiply the given energy in kWh by the conversion factor (3.6 x 10^6 J/kWh).
Step 3: Calculate the energy in joules using the formula: Energy (J) = Energy (kWh) x 3.6 x 10^6 J/kWh.
Step 4: To convert joules to kilojoules (kJ), use the conversion factor where 1 kJ = 1000 J.
Step 5: Calculate the energy in kilojoules by dividing the energy in joules by 1000.

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Energy Units

Energy can be measured in various units, with the most common being joules (J) and kilowatt-hours (kWh). One kilowatt-hour is defined as the energy consumed by a power of one kilowatt running for one hour, which is equivalent to 3.6 million joules (3.6 x 10^6 J). Understanding these units is essential for converting energy values.
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Conversion Factors

To convert between different units of energy, specific conversion factors are used. For instance, to convert kWh to joules, you multiply the number of kWh by 3.6 x 10^6. Similarly, to convert joules to kilojoules (kJ), you divide the number of joules by 1,000, since 1 kJ equals 1,000 J. Mastery of these conversion factors is crucial for accurate calculations.
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Practical Applications of Energy Measurement

Understanding energy consumption in practical terms, such as in household appliances, helps in evaluating efficiency and cost. For example, knowing how much energy a refrigerator uses in kWh allows consumers to estimate their electricity bills and make informed decisions about energy-efficient appliances. This concept ties together the theoretical understanding of energy with real-world implications.
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