Power is not energy: why the difference matters
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A valve controls fuel flow at a moment, while a bill accumulates energy over time. The burner and dryer examples separate rate, running time and total consumption. A large power rating alone does not determine a household bill.
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slow the rate of fuel flow, the flame shrinksyou might assume the dryer has a huge impact on your energy bill.