Chemistry - Specific Heat Of Metals

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The discussion focuses on determining the specific heat of metals, specifically Sodium, which reacts with water. To accurately measure the specific heat, it is essential to use a non-reactive liquid such as mineral oil or xylene in the calorimeter. Participants emphasized the importance of researching the specific heat values of these liquids to perform the required calculations effectively.

PREREQUISITES
  • Understanding of calorimetry principles
  • Knowledge of specific heat capacity
  • Familiarity with chemical reactivity of metals
  • Ability to perform calculations involving heat transfer
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  • Research the specific heat of mineral oil and xylene
  • Learn about calorimetry techniques for reactive metals
  • Study the heat transfer equations used in calorimetry
  • Explore safety protocols when working with reactive metals
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Chemistry students, laboratory technicians, and researchers interested in thermodynamic properties of metals and calorimetry methods.

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How would I go about determining the specific heat of a metal (like Sodium) that reacts with water?
 
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Use a liquid that does not react with that metal in your caliormeter. For sodium, you could use mineral oil or xylene. Of course, you would need to look up the specific heat of these liquids in order to perform the necessary calculations.
 

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