What is Heating element?
[[File:Heating-element.jpg|thumb|A heating element for an electric stove is used to cook food. ]] A '''heating element''' is a basic part of many [[Electricity|electrical]] [[Appliance|appliances]] and [[System|systems]] that create and maintain heat. They are needed for a wide range of uses. These include appliances for home use such as [[Oven|ovens]] and [[Water heater|water heaters]] and [[Industry|industrial]] [[Machine|machinery]] and [[laboratory equipment]]. Heating elements are usually made using [[Material|materials]] that have a high [[electrical resistance]]. Examples include [[nichrome]] (a [[nickel]]-[[chromium]] [[alloy]]), [[Kanthal]] (an [[iron]]-chromium-[[Aluminium|aluminum]] alloy), or other alloys made for heat generation. When an electric current flows through the heating element, the resistance makes it heat up. It converts electrical energy into [[Heat|thermal energy]]. This idea of heating using resistance is the main way heating elements work The choice of heating element depends on factors like the required [[temperature]] range, [[Distribution|heat distribution]], [[durability]] and power [[consumption]]. Heating elements play a important role in modern [[technology]] and industry. They supply the comfort, convenience and efficiency of various everyday appliances and processes.<ref>{{Cite web|last=Linda|first=Marry|date=2021-09-11|title=How to Check Heating Element in Air Fryer?|url=https://airfryersworld.com/how-to-check-heating-element-in-air-fryer/|website=AirFryersWorld|access-date=2023-09-11|archive-date=2023-11-28|archive-url=https://web.archive.org/web/20231128153001/https://airfryersworld.com/how-to-check-heating-element-in-air-fryer/|url-status=dead}}</ref> <!-- == Types == There are different types of heating elements. Each type is designed to specific uses and [[Environment|environments]]. Some common types include: 1. ''Open Wire Elements'': These are simple coiled wires made of a resistant alloy. They are often used in [[Toaster|toasters]], [[Space heater|space heater