Is the Calculation of Thermal Energy in Mixing Water and Steam Accurate?

In summary, thermal energy is the energy that comes from heat and is measured in joules or calories. It can come from sources such as the sun, geothermal heat, chemical reactions, and mechanical work. Thermal energy transfer occurs through conduction, convection, and radiation. It has various practical applications, including heating and cooling systems, cooking, electricity generation, and industrial processes, and is also used in transportation.
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Homework Statement
How much energy is required to change one quarter of 8.0 kg of water at 25 degrees celsuis into steam(100 degrees celcuis)
Relevant Equations
Q=mct
Q=mLv
Q=Qwarm water+Qsteam
Q=mct+mLv
Q=(8kg)(4200J)(100C-25C)+(2kg)(2.3*10 to the power of 6 J/Kg)
Q=7.12*10 to the power of 6 J
Is this the correct answer?
 
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Why only 2kg water turning to steam?
 
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Because that's what the question states
 
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Ah great, I missed the one quarter.

Answer is correct. Keep in mind correct significant digits and usage of prefix
 
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Thank you!
 
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