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What is calorimetry used to measure in chemical reactions?

Heat or enthalpy change

Which equation is used to calculate heat change (qq) in calorimetry?

q=mcΔTq = mc\Delta T

In the equation q=mcΔTq = mc\Delta T, what does mm represent?

Mass of substance in grams

What are the units of specific heat capacity (cc)?

J g−1 K−1J \, g^{-1} \, K^{-1}

What are the standard units for molar enthalpy change?

kJ mol−1kJ \, mol^{-1}

What container is used for neutralization calorimetry experiments?

Polystyrene cup in a beaker

Why is a polystyrene cup used in solution calorimetry?

To reduce heat loss to surroundings

Which is NOT a limitation of combustion calorimetry?

Excessive stirring

How does graphical extrapolation improve calorimetry accuracy?

Accounts for heat lost to surroundings

What formula calculates enthalpy change per mole?

ΔH=qmoles\Delta H = \frac{q}{\text{moles}}

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