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A 10 \(\Omega\) resistor takes a current of 5 A. The thermal energy developed in 40 s is:

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Always use \(H = I^2Rt\) for heating effect problems in resistors.
Updated On: Jun 20, 2026
  • 5 kJ
  • 15 kJ
  • 7.5 kJ
  • 10 kJ
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The Correct Option is D

Solution and Explanation

Step 1: Use Joule’s heating law.
Thermal energy produced in a resistor is: \[ H = I^2 R t \]

Step 2: Substitute given values.

\[ I = 5 \, A,\quad R = 10 \, \Omega,\quad t = 40 \, s \]

Step 3: Compute step by step.

\[ H = (5)^2 \times 10 \times 40 \] \[ H = 25 \times 10 \times 40 \] \[ H = 250 \times 40 = 10000 \, J \]

Step 4: Convert into kJ.

\[ 10000 \, J = 10 \, kJ \]

Step 5: Final interpretation.

Electrical energy fully converts into heat energy in the resistor.
\[ \boxed{10 \, kJ} \]
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