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Calorimetry

Question 6 • Chemistry A.1 - F26 - Jacob Metsker

Which statement defines calorimeter?

Answer
A
a device that measures the heat that is gained or lost in a chemical change
B
a device that measures the potential energy of an element
C
a device that is used to measure heat capacity
D
a device that is used to measure temperature

Explanation

A calorimeter measures heat transferred during a physical or chemical change. Therefore, choice A, “a device that measures the heat that is gained or lost in a chemical change,” is the best definition. It can be used to determine heat capacity, but that is not its basic definition.

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