Question

A copper rod connects two insulated beakers that contain liquids. The temperature of the liquid in Beaker A is 85ºC and the temperature in Beaker B is 15ºC. Over the next 60 seconds, what will occur?

A. Heat will flow from Beaker A to Beaker B until equilibrium is reached.
B. Heat will flow from Beaker B to Beaker A until equilibrium is reached.
C. Both beakers will maintain their initial temperatures.
D. The temperatures in both beakers will rise.

Answer 1

Heat will flow from Beaker A to Beaker B until equilibrium is reached.

Step-by-step explanation:

When two substances or objects at different temperatures are brought into contact, heat will flow from the warmer one to the cooler. The amount of heat that flows is given by