Question 1

How do you convert watt-hours to joules?

Accepted Answer

Multiply Wh by 3600. Example: 1 Wh = 3600 J. (1 watt = 1 joule/second, 1 hour = 3600 seconds)

Question 2

When to use Wh vs joules?

Accepted Answer

Wh for batteries and electricity. Joules for physics and science. 1 kWh = 3.6 MJ.

Question 3

What's the difference between energy and power?

Accepted Answer

Energy (joules, kWh) is total work done. Power (watts) is energy per unit time. A 100W bulb for 10 hours = 1 kWh of energy.

Question 4

Why are there so many energy units?

Accepted Answer

Different fields developed their own: BTU for heating, calories for nutrition, joules for physics, kWh for electricity billing.

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