A 2kW stainless-steel electrical kettle with capacity 2 liters is used to obtain steam from tap water. The ambient temperature of the water is 20°C, heat of vaporization of water is 2256 kJ/kg and specific heat coefficient of water is 4287 J/kg°C. Thermal resistance of the kettle is 10W/°C. a. How long it will the water to reach the boiling temperature? b. How long it will take to obtain 500 g steam?

A 2kW stainless-steel electrical kettle with capacity 2 liters is used to obtain steam from tap water. The ambient temperature of the water is 20°C, heat of vaporization of water is 2256 kJ/kg and specific heat coefficient of water is 4287 J/kg°C. Thermal resistance of the kettle is 10W/°C. a. How long it will the water to reach the boiling temperature? b. How long it will take to obtain 500 g steam?

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Author:Simmons

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