Diagnostic Misconceptions - Calorimetry

Chemistry: AQA A Level, topic 1.4.8

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  • In the equation Q=mcΔTQ=mc\Delta T, what is mm?

  • When calculating the energy change in the reaction between solid zinc and copper sulfate solution we use the equation Q=mcΔTQ=mc\Delta T.

    What measurement will we use for m in the equation?

  • When calculating the energy change when dissolving ammonium sulfate in water using the equation Q=mcΔTQ=mc\Delta T.

    What measurement will we use for m in the equation?

  • When calculating the energy change in the reaction between solid zinc and copper sulfate solution we use the equation Q=mcΔTQ=mc\Delta T.

    How will we determine the mass of the copper sulfate solution that will be the value m in the equation?

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