Thermodynamics: Pouring Cream into Coffee

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Start date May 16, 2012
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The discussion focuses on the optimal timing for pouring cream into coffee from a thermodynamics perspective. The original poster sought feedback on their calculations, which were shared via a linked PDF. They later acknowledged errors in their work and expressed a desire to delete the post. The conversation highlights the complexities of thermodynamic principles in everyday scenarios like coffee preparation. Overall, the thread emphasizes the importance of accuracy in scientific calculations.

May 16, 2012

AvgStudent

I did a general problem of the perfect time to pour cream into coffee.
I was hoping someone could check my work

It's in the pdf below:

docs(dot)google(dot)com/open?id=0Bx8zdkF5WYAbMl80UjI5U2lmdlU

Thanks

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May 16, 2012

AvgStudent

Nvm. I made mistakes ._. I don't know how to delete the post.

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