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The element of heater is very hot while the wires carrying current are cold. Why?

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### Step-by-Step Solution: 1. **Identify the Components**: The question involves two components: the heater element and the connecting wires. The heater element is typically made of nichrome, while the connecting wires are usually made of copper or aluminum. 2. **Understand Material Properties**: Nichrome has a much higher electrical resistance compared to copper or aluminum. This is a crucial point because resistance affects how much heat is generated when current flows through a conductor. 3. **Current Flow in the Circuit**: In a series circuit, the same current (I) flows through all components. Therefore, the current flowing through the nichrome heater element is the same as that flowing through the copper or aluminum wires. ...
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