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When an electric current passes through a conductor, it produces heat. Free electrons in the conductor collide with positive ions when forced to move from a lower to higher potential by an applied voltage. These collisions transfer the kinetic energy of the electrons to the positive ions, causing them to vibrate violently and produce heat. More current or a smaller cross-sectional area of the conductor results in more collisions and greater heat production. Devices like electric heaters, light bulbs, and po

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Harshit Syal
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