Heat question?the amount of heat gained or lost by a substance is equal to

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The discussion revolves around a question related to the concept of heat transfer in calorimetry, specifically focusing on the relationship between heat gained or lost by a substance and various factors that influence this process.

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  • Participants explore the components of the equation related to heat transfer, questioning the terms needed to complete it. There is uncertainty about specific terminology, particularly regarding the second and third blanks in the original statement.

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Participants have provided guidance by suggesting the exploration of calorimetry and have engaged in clarifying the terms involved in the equation. There is an ongoing exploration of the correct terminology, particularly regarding the change in temperature.

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Heat question!??the amount of heat gained or lost by a substance is equal to

Homework Statement



the amount of heat gained or lost by a substance is equal to the product of its______ times the change in__________ times its__________

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none that i know of


The Attempt at a Solution


I don't know the first blank or the third, but is the second heat?
 
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The second is not heat. Have you been given any equations in your classes when you've been talking about calorimetry? If not I suggest you look up calorimetry on google. You're bound to find the answer then.
 


i looked it up on google and still didnt find the answer..
 


amandamolegir said:
i looked it up on google and still didnt find the answer..

Really? The first hit when I look up calorimetry has the equation you need.

http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Calorimetry
 


so the answer is energy, mass, and specific heat?
 


You still need this part: the change in__________
Not "energy." The heat IS energy.
 


i don't know what that part is then
 


change in temperature
 


Yes. :smile:
 

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