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Target Exam

CUET

Subject

Physics

Chapter

Current Electricity

Question:
Which of the following statements is correct?
Options:
Both Peltier and Joule effects are reversible
Both Peltier and Joule effects are irreversible
Joule effect is reversible and Peltier effect is irreversible
Joule effect is irreversible and Peltier effect is reversible
Correct Answer:
Joule effect is irreversible and Peltier effect is reversible
Explanation:
The Joule effect occurs for current flowing through a conductor and impacts its dimensions. It is an irreversible process. On the other hand, the Peltier effect is when current flows across the junctions of a Thermocouple, heat is generated (evolved) or absorbed i.e the junction gets either heated or cooled according to direction of current..