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Physics for Scientists and Engineers: A Strategic Approach 5th Edition Β· Work, Heat, and the First Law of Thermodynamics Β· Problem 19
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Randall D. Knight β€” Work, Heat, and the First Law of Thermodynamics: Problem 19

Two cars collide head-on while each is traveling at 80 km/h. Suppose all their kinetic energy is transformed into the thermal energy of the wrecks. What is the temperature increase of each car? You can assume that each car’s specific heat is that of iron.

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Given: 80 km

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Physics for Scientists and Engineers: A Strategic Approach Β· 5th Edition
Author: Randall D. Knight
Publisher: Pearson
Chapter: Work, Heat, and the First Law of Thermodynamics