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How much heat is needed to raise the temperature of 55.0 g sample of water by 65.0 oC.

The specific heat of water is 4.18 J/g oC. (Q = mxcx AT)



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Answer: 14943.5 J

Step-by-step explanation:

The quantity of heat energy (Q) required to raise the temperature of a substance depends on its Mass (M), specific heat capacity (C) and change in temperature (Φ)

Thus, Q = MCΦ

Given that,

Q = ?

Mass of water = 55.0g

C = 4.18 J/g°C

Φ = 65.0°C

Then, Q = MCΦ

Q = 55.0g x 4.18 J/g°C x 65.0°C

Q = 14943.5 J

Thus, 14943.5 joules of heat is needed to raise the temperature of water.

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