Thermodynamics and Calorimetry

what is calorimetry?

an experimental technique used to determine the energy change associated with a chemical or physical process

what is a calorimeter?

an instrument used to measure heat energy transfer

what are the basic parts of a calorimeter?

insulated container, known mass of water, thermometer, stirring device

what is a calorie?

the amount of heat energy required to raise 1 gram of water by 1˚C

what is specific heat?

the amount of heat energy required to raise 1 gram of a substance by 1˚C

what is the SI unit of energy?

Joule (J)

how do you convert to Fahrenheit using ˚C?

[(9/5) x ˚C] + 32

how to you convert to Celsius using ˚F?

[˚F - 32] x (5/9)

what is the specific heat for H2O liquid?

4.184 J g^-1 mol^-1

what is 1 calorie equal to (in J)?

4.184 J

what is the formula to find the amount of heat lost or gained by a substance?

q = mC∆T