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Randall D. Knight — Work, Heat, and the First Law of Thermodynamics: Problem 43

512 g of an unknown metal at a temperature of 15°C is dropped into a 100 g aluminum container holding 325 g of water at 98°C. A short time later, the container of water and metal stabilizes at a new temperature of 78°C. Identify the metal.

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Given: 512 g, 15°C, 100 g, 325 g, 98°C, . A

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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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