The Specific Heat of Iron Is 0

question 32

Multiple Choice

The specific heat of iron is 0.11 cal /g·°C Assuming that no heat is lost during the experiment, what will be the final temperature if 30.0 grams of iron at 95°C are added to 100.0 grams of water at 25°C?

• A) 23°C
• B) 27°C
• C) 52°C
• D) 60°C

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