2007-01-01 10:08:22 · 5 answers · asked by Mindfull 2 in Home & Garden ➔ Other - Home & Garden
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2007-01-01 10:10:05 · answer #1 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
Yes, the larger burners put out more BTUs than the smaller ones, so they naturally use more energy. The larger ones will heat larger pans more efficiently, however, and should be used for the larger pans.
If you use a small burner for a large pan, only the center will heat, and it'll take forever (okay, so we're all impatient) for the pan to boil, but it'll take the same amount of energy over that longer period, so you won't save any energy by doing so -- it'll just take more time. But in any case, have a Happy New Year...
2007-01-01 21:18:40 · answer #2 · answered by Joseph J 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Yes the smaller elements are heating less. The total watts used is related to the resistance of the element. Larger heating elements are used to heat larger areas. Take for instance that the element was only 1/2 inch round. It would take a long time to heat a pot of water compared to one that was 10 inches.
The heat that is given off is energy used. The more surface area that you are heating is using more total energy.
2007-01-01 18:21:41 · answer #3 · answered by mmoorenatas 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋
yes they do but, if you are using them for a large pot, you will need to turn the power up higher (or leave things on longer) to have the same heating effect so in effect, they only use less energy if you are using smaller pots on them.
2007-01-01 18:17:44 · answer #4 · answered by mystique_1959 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Yes --
Good rule of thumb --Match burner to pot.
Small pot on small burner, large pot on large burner.
Most efficient use of electric stove
2007-01-01 19:26:08 · answer #5 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋