What is the final temperate of the aluminum?

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To determine the final temperature of a 121 g piece of aluminum after adding 69.3 J of heat at an initial temperature of 22.5 C, the equation Q = mc(T - T1) is applicable. The specific heat of aluminum is necessary to complete the calculation. The user expressed confusion about the use of the heat value in the equation but received confirmation that their approach was correct. With the specific heat value, the final temperature can be accurately calculated. This discussion highlights the importance of understanding specific heat in thermal calculations.
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Homework Statement



Suppose 69.3 J of heat is added to a 121 g piece of aluminum at 22.5 C. What is the final temperate of the aluminum?

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Q = m c (T - T1) I think, but I am only given 1 temp.

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There are examples that are simialr in my book except they don't use a figure like 69.3 J. This is what is confusing me. If someone could tell me the equation I should use I would really appreciate it. Thanks.
 
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Try looking up the specific heat of aluminum. This is the last piece of information that you'll need to solve the problem.

Your equation is correct.
 
Got it! Thanks.
 

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