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    Feb 5, 2009, 09:22 AM
    Where does heat energy come from and how is it produced
    Where does heat energy come from and how is it produced
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    Feb 5, 2009, 09:23 AM
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    Feb 8, 2009, 07:40 PM

    Heat is generally produced as a result of friction in all chemical and mechanical processes. Nothing can be 100% energy efficient as heat is released in various ways. Just you walking across the floor produces heat between your feet and the floor and heat in your body.

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