Fig. 1.1 shows a double-glazed window with a U-value of 2.8 W m-2 K-1. The window has an area of 2.5 m2. What is the rate of energy transfer through the win...

Assessment: Physics (9-1) 0972 | Paper 2 Mock 01 | Multiple Choice (Extended) Subject: Physics (9-1) - 0972

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Fig. 1.1 shows a double-glazed window with a U-value of 2.8 W m-2 K-1. The window has an area of 2.5 m2.

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What is the rate of energy transfer through the window?

Answer Details

The rate of energy transfer through a building element is:

\[ \text{rate} = U \times A \times \Delta T = 2.8 \times 2.5 \times (22 - 2) = 2.8 \times 2.5 \times 20 = 140 \text{ W} \]

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