Heat transfer from cooling lava

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The discussion revolves around calculating the rate of heat transfer from cooling lava, specifically from Kilauea volcano, which releases lava at 1000°C. The calculations involve determining the mass of the lava, the total heat transfer (Q), and the power (P) in megawatts (MW). The user initially arrives at a power output of 12400 MW but questions the accuracy of their answer, suggesting they may have been marked wrong. There is also a mention of considering the heat of solidification and a search for the fusion number for granite. The conversation highlights the complexities involved in accurately calculating heat transfer in volcanic activity.
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Homework Statement


The world's most active volcanos, such as the Kilauea volcano in Hawaii, can disgorge about 5 ✕ 105 m3 of 1000°C lava per day. What is the rate of heat transfer out of the Earth by convection if this lava has a density of 2800 kg/m3 and eventually cools to 32°C? Assume that the specific heat of lava is the same as that of granite. Answer in MW.


Homework Equations


D=m/v
Q=mc(tf-ti)
P = Q/t



The Attempt at a Solution



Solved the density equation for mass (m=1.4*10E9kg)
Solved for Q (Q=1.07*10E15J)
Solved for P (P=1.24*10E10W or 12400MW)

Followed an example from book, what am I missing
 
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I take it your answer has been marked wrong. I get 12390MW, so I would probably have been marked wrong too.
 
Thanks for trying
 
What about the heat of solidification?
 
Thanks chestermiller been searching for fusion number for granite found 100cal/gm can anyone verify
 
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