When 660 G of an Unknown Metal at 28 $\circ$ C Is Placed in 83

question 33

Multiple Choice

When 66.0 g of an unknown metal at 28.5 ^$\circ$ C is placed in 83.0 g H₂O at 78.5 ^$\circ$ C,the water temperature decreases to 75.9 ^$\circ$ C.What is the specific heat capacity of the metal? The specific heat capacity of water is 4.184 J/g.K.

• A) 0.055 J/g.K
• B) 0.29 J/g.K
• C) 0.69 J/g.K
• D) 0.18 J/g.K
• E) 2.6 J/g.0K

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Definitions:

Bismuth

A chemical element with the symbol Bi, known for its crystalline structure and various applications including cosmetics and pharmaceuticals.

Calcium

A chemical element with the symbol Ca, an alkaline earth metal that is essential for living organisms, particularly in cell physiology and bone formation.

Chromium

A lustrous, hard, and brittle metallic element that is used primarily in metal alloys and as a compound in industrial processes.

Carbon

A chemical element with the symbol C and atomic number 6, essential for all life, known for its ability to form a vast number of compounds.