A Walnut Stuck to a Pin Is Burned Beneath a Can

question 82

Multiple Choice

A walnut stuck to a pin is burned beneath a can containing 100.0 grams of water at 21°C. After the walnut has completely burned, the water's final temperature is a warmer 28°C. How much heat energy arose from the burning walnut?

• A)3,000 joules
• B)9,000 joules
• C)5,000 joules
• D)2,000 joules

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