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Calculate the change in thermal energy when 5 kg of a substance is cooled from 150 °C to 50 °C. The specific heat capacity of the substance is 2,500 J/kg°C.
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Energy changes in a system, and the ways energy is stored before and after such changes
Question
Calculate the change in thermal energy when 5 kg of a substance is cooled from 150 °C to 50 °C. The specific heat capacity of the substance is 2,500 J/kg°C.
Answer
500,000 J
Explanation
This question assesses the understanding of thermal energy changes during cooling. It requires the application of the specific heat capacity formula to find the energy released. This answer is linked to Energy changes in systems because it applies the learning objective: Calculate the change in thermal energy when the temperature of a system changes.. It shows the Physics relationship clearly and keeps energy, power, work done and efficiency terms distinct where they appear.
Common mistake
Common Mistake in Thermal Energy Calculation
Students often forget to convert temperature changes into the correct units, leading to incorrect calculations of thermal energy.
Always ensure that temperature changes are in degrees Celsius when using the specific heat capacity equation.
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