NEET2008PhysicsCurrent ElectricityActual
Two heater wires, made of the same material and having the same length and the same radius, are first connected in series and then in parallel to a constant potential difference. If the rates of heat produced in the two cases are (H_s ) and (H_p ) respectively, then (H_s / H_p ) will be
Options
- A(1 / 2 )
- B2
- C(1 / 4 )
- D4 .
Correct answer
C. (1 / 4 )
Step-by-step solution
When heater wires are connected in series, then equivalent resistance, R_s=R₁+R₂=2 R ( R₁=R₂ ) Rate of heat produced, H_s= V^2 R_ s