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CHM 101 Thermochemistry Objective Question

Question

The specific heat of the metal calculated is __________ J/g·°C.
Options
A 2.19
Correct Answer
B 0.46
C 0.89
D 1.23
Correct Answer

Option A is the correct answer.

Detailed Explanation

From a typical calorimetry problem: heat lost by hot metal = heat gained by water. Solving gives a value around 2.19 J/g°C for the unknown metal.

Hint

The answer key provides this specific value.

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