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Constant-Volume Calorimetry

8. Thermochemistry / Constant-Volume Calorimetry / Problem 4

Sucrose (C₁₂H₂₂O₁₁, molar mass = 342.30 g/mol) has a food value of 6.58 kJ/g. Calculate the calorimeter constant for the calorimeter used to combust 1.120 g sucrose with a temperature increase of 4.72 °C. Express the answer in kJ/°C.

ANSWERS OPTIONS

A

1.56 kJ/°C

B

2.11 kJ/°C

C

2.68 kJ/°C

D

3.55 kJ/°C

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