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Multiple Choice
If a hot metal with a mass of 5.21 grams undergoes a temperature decrease of 18.18 °C and releases 150 J of heat, what is the specific heat capacity of the metal?
A
1.58 J/g°C
B
2.87 J/g°C
C
3.45 J/g°C
D
0.75 J/g°C
Verified step by step guidance
1
Start by understanding the formula for specific heat capacity, which is given by: , where is the heat energy transferred, is the mass, and is the change in temperature.
Identify the values given in the problem: = 150 J, = 5.21 g, and = 18.18 °C.
Substitute these values into the specific heat capacity formula: .
Perform the division in the formula to find the specific heat capacity. This involves dividing the heat energy by the product of mass and temperature change.
Compare the calculated specific heat capacity with the given options to determine which one matches your result.