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Randall D. Knight — Work, Heat, and the First Law of Thermodynamics: Problem 21

A 750 g aluminum pan is removed from the stove and plunged into a sink filled with 10.0 L of water at 20.0°C. The water temperature quickly rises to 24.0°C. What was the initial temperature of the pan in °C and in °F?

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Given: 750 g, 20.0°C, 24.0°C

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

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