In an electric stove, the resistors are found inside the heating elements. Electric stoves typically have four or more heating elements, each responsible for providing heat to a specific cooking zone on the stove's cooktop. These heating elements consist of coiled wires made of a material with high electrical resistance.
When the stove is turned on and a specific heating element is selected, an electric current flows through the coiled wire of that heating element. Due to the high electrical resistance of the wire, it heats up as the current passes through it. This heat is then transferred to the cookware placed on top of the heating element, allowing you to cook your food.
The resistors in the heating elements play a crucial role in converting electrical energy into heat energy, making it possible for you to cook your meals on the electric stove. When the heating element is turned off, the resistor cools down, allowing for safe and controlled cooking.