IB skill practice

Measure enthalpy changes using calorimetry

Paper 1, Paper 2 5 marks Difficulty 4

Calculate heat absorbed by solution

In a Melbourne school calorimetry practical, \(75\,\text{g}\) of water warms by \(7^{\circ}\text{C}\). Use \(q=mc\Delta T\), with \(c=4.18\,\text{J g}^{-1}\,^{\circ}\text{C}^{-1}\), and give \(q\) in kJ. Use the energy diagram labels first, then calculate carefully. Enter the answer and choose the interpretation that matches the chemistry.

Worked practice: chemistry evidence and answer

Use the chemical evidence first, then enter the result and interpretation that match it.