The Temperature of an Unknown Substance Weighing 500 Grams Rises

question 128

Multiple Choice

The temperature of an unknown substance weighing 500 grams rises by 30°C when 2,000 cal of heat is added to it. What is the specific heat of this substance?

• A) 0.033 cal/g·°C
• B) 0.133 cal/g·°C
• C) 0.233 cal/g·°C
• D) 0.433 cal/g·°C

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