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3 years ago

Why do the pipes in a steam-heating system need to be insulated?

Physics

1 answer:

qaws [65]3 years ago

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Answer:

1. Increase Efficiency: Insulating the condensate or hot water return lines reduces heat loss from the water returning to the boiler. The hotter the water returning to the boiler is, the quicker it is to convert back to steam, which takes less energy to accomplish.

Explanation:

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Answer:

(a) t = 1.14 s

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(b)

Considering the upward motion, we apply the third equation of motion:

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where,

g = - 9.8 m/s² (-ve sign for upward motion)

h = max height reached = ?

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$2gh = v_f^2-v_i^2$

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