Solve Molar Heat Problem: Temp Rise in 1 Hour

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In summary, the problem involves calculating the final temperature of a room after one hour of heat input from a heater. The correct equation to use is Q = m*Cp*(Tfinal - Tinitial), where m is the mass of air in the room and Cp is the specific heat capacity of air. Using the ideal gas law, we can determine the mass of air in the room and then solve for Tfinal to get a final temperature of approximately 22 oC.
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Homework Statement


If a heater supplies 1.8 x 10^6 J/h to a room 6.5 m x 4.6 m x 3.0 m containing air at 20 oC and 1.0 atm, by how much will the temperature rise in one hour, assuming no heat losses to the outside?

Homework Equations


Q = n*Cv*(Tfinal - Tinitial)
PV = nRT -> n = (PV / RT)
Q = Delta U

The Attempt at a Solution


- It is isochoric. Meaning: volume doesn't change so there is no work involving volume.

(1.8 x 10^6 J / h) (1 calorie / 4.186 J) = 430004.7778 calories

PV = nRT -> n = (PV / RT)

P = 1 atm = 1.013x10^5 N/m^2
V = 6.5 m * 4.6 m * 3.0 m = 89.7 m^3
R = 8.315 (?)
T = 20 + 273.15 = 293.15 K
n ~ 3727.775 mol

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Q = n * Cv * (Tfinal - Tinitial)

n ~ 3727.775 mol
Cv = 2.98 (cal / mol * K)
T = (Tfinal - 20 oC)
Q = Delta U
Delta U = 430004.7778 calories ?
Q = 430004.7778 calories ?

I'm not sure how to tie this problem together to solve for Tfinal. I'm not sure if I have this correct.

The answer is 22 oC / hour. I cannot get this.
 
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Hello,

Thank you for your post. Let's take a look at your solution and see where you may have gone wrong.

Firstly, your initial calculations are correct. You converted the given energy value of 1.8 x 10^6 J/h to calories correctly and determined the number of moles of air in the room using the ideal gas law.

However, where you went wrong is in your understanding of the equation Q = n*Cv*(Tfinal - Tinitial). This equation is used to calculate the change in internal energy of a system, not the final temperature. In order to find the final temperature, we need to use the equation Q = m*Cp*(Tfinal - Tinitial), where m is the mass of the air in the room and Cp is the specific heat capacity of air.

To find the mass of air in the room, we can use the ideal gas law again, but this time solving for the mass instead of the number of moles. This gives us:

m = (PV) / (RT)

Substituting in the values we have:

m = ((1.013x10^5 N/m^2) * (89.7 m^3)) / ((8.315 J/mol*K) * (293.15 K))

m ~ 3727.775 kg

Now, we can calculate the change in temperature using the equation:

Q = m*Cp*(Tfinal - Tinitial)

Rearranging for Tfinal, we get:

Tfinal = (Q / (m*Cp)) + Tinitial

Substituting in the values we have:

Tfinal = ((430004.7778 cal) / (3727.775 kg * (1 cal/g*K))) + (20 oC)

Tfinal ~ 22 oC

Therefore, the final temperature after one hour will be approximately 22 oC.

I hope this helps clarify the problem for you. Let me know if you have any other questions. Keep up the good work!
 
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Your attempt at a solution is on the right track, but there are a few mistakes and missing steps. Here is a step-by-step solution:

1. Calculate the number of moles of air in the room:
n = (PV/RT) = (1.013x10^5 N/m^2 * 89.7 m^3) / (8.315 J/mol*K * 293.15 K) = 3.828 mol

2. Calculate the change in internal energy of the air in the room:
Q = n*Cv*(Tfinal - Tinitial)
Q = (3.828 mol * 2.98 J/mol*K) * (Tfinal - 293.15 K)
Q = 11.39724 J/K * (Tfinal - 293.15 K)

3. Convert the heat input from J/h to J:
1.8 x 10^6 J/h * (1 h / 3600 s) = 500 J/s

4. Set the heat input equal to the change in internal energy:
500 J/s = 11.39724 J/K * (Tfinal - 293.15 K)

5. Solve for Tfinal:
Tfinal = (500 J/s / 11.39724 J/K) + 293.15 K = 44.01 oC

6. Convert the temperature change to oC/h:
Tfinal - Tinitial = 44.01 oC - 20 oC = 24.01 oC
24.01 oC / 1 h = 24.01 oC/h

Therefore, the temperature will rise by 24.01 oC in one hour.

Note: The answer given (22 oC/h) may be a rounding error, as the calculations above give a slightly different value.
 

1. What is a molar heat problem?

A molar heat problem is a type of calculation that involves determining the amount of heat required to change the temperature of a given amount of a substance, typically measured in moles, by a certain number of degrees.

2. How do I solve a molar heat problem?

To solve a molar heat problem, you will need to know the specific heat capacity of the substance, the initial and final temperatures, and the amount of substance in moles. Then, you can use the formula Q = nCΔT, where Q is the heat energy, n is the number of moles, C is the specific heat capacity, and ΔT is the change in temperature.

3. What units are typically used for molar heat problems?

The units used for molar heat problems can vary, but most commonly, the heat energy is measured in joules (J), the number of moles is measured in moles (mol), and the temperature is measured in degrees Celsius (°C).

4. How do I convert between units in a molar heat problem?

To convert between units in a molar heat problem, you will need to use conversion factors. For example, to convert between joules and calories, you can use the conversion factor 1 cal = 4.184 J. You can also use dimensional analysis, where you multiply or divide by conversion factors until you have the desired units.

5. Can I use the molar heat formula for any substance?

The molar heat formula can be used for any substance, as long as you have the necessary information, such as the specific heat capacity. However, some substances may have different units for specific heat capacity, such as joules per gram per degree Celsius, so you will need to adjust your calculations accordingly.

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