How do I find the specific latent heat of fusion of nitrogen?

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The discussion revolves around determining the specific latent heat of fusion of nitrogen based on an experimental scenario where heat is removed to freeze a certain mass of nitrogen. The subject area is thermodynamics, specifically focusing on phase changes and latent heat concepts.

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  • Participants are exploring the definition of specific latent heat of fusion and how to apply it to the given data. There is uncertainty regarding the correct interpretation of the terms and how to utilize the provided values in calculations.

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Some participants have provided clarifications about the definition of specific latent heat and emphasized the importance of considering it per unit mass. There is ongoing exploration of how to apply this understanding to the problem at hand.

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Participants have noted confusion regarding the units of power and the distinction between total heat and specific heat per unit mass. There is a lack of consensus on how to proceed with the calculations based on the definitions discussed.

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When doing an experiment to find the specific latent heat of fusion of liquid nitrogen, you find that 100 kJ of heat must be removed to freeze 3.8kg of nitrogen at its freezing point. What value will you get for the specific latent heat of fusion of nitrogen?

Power=100kj
M=3.8kg
I don't know how to use these to find the value of the specific latent heat of fusion of nitrogen
 
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Power is not measured in kJ.

You know how much heat must be removed from 3.8 kg of LN2 in order to freeze it. What is the definition of 'specific latent heat of fusion'? Apply the definition of this term to the data you were given.
 
This the definition mean the amount of heat energy that you have to put into a substance that will make a change of state but not raise the temperture of it.
But I don't know how to apply it to the question
 
max1020 said:
This the definition mean the amount of heat energy that you have to put into a substance that will make a change of state but not raise the temperture of it.
But I don't know how to apply it to the question
It is not just the amount of heat. It's the amount of heat per unit mass. When you see the word "specific" in this type of context, it means "per unit mass."

Chet
 

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