The discussion focuses on calculating the mass of iron and aluminum in a 5.0 kg metal object based on thermal energy transfer. The technician requires 594 KJ to raise the object's temperature from 25°C to 165°C. To solve this, one must utilize the specific heat capacities of iron and aluminum, which are essential for determining the mass of each metal part. The relationship between thermal energy, mass, and temperature change is critical for accurate calculations.
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dbigtheory said:Homework Statement
A technician makes a 5.0kg metal object containing one part made of iron and the other aluminum. It takes 594 KJ to change the object temperature from 25 degree to 165 degree Celsius. what is the mass of each part?
Homework Equations
thermal energy
The Attempt at a Solution
no clue