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Key Stage 2
Meaning
An electrical appliance is anything that needs electricity to work.
About Electrical Appliances
- Electrical appliances often have a plug to use the Mains Electricity.
- Some electrical appliances use electrical cells to power them.
Examples
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| Kettle | Television | Refrigerator | Toaster |
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| Oven | Microwave | Washing Machine | Hair Dryer |
Key Stage 3
Meaning
An electrical appliance is anything that needs electricity to work.
About Electrical Appliances
- Electrical appliances often have a plug to use the Mains Electricity.
- Some electrical appliances use electrical cells to power them.
Power Ratings
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| Filament Bulb ~ 60Watts | Energy Saving Bulb ~ 25Watts | Vacuum Cleaner ~ 800Watts | Iron ~ 1100Watts |
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| Kettle ~ 2000Watts | Television ~ 250Watts | Refrigerator ~ 200Watts | Toaster ~ 1500Watts |
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| Oven ~ 2500Watts | Microwave ~ 1000Watts | Washing Machine ~ 2500Watts | Hair Dryer ~ 600Watts |
Energy Usage of Appliances
- The amount of energy an appliance uses depends on the power rating and how long the appliance is used for.
- Energy usage for appliances is measured in kilowatt-hours.