It is a well-known fact that water has a higher specific heat capacity than iron
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It is a well-known fact that water has a higher specific heat capacity than iron. Now, consider equal masses of water and iron that are initially in thermal equilibrium. The same amount of heat, 30. calories, is added to each. Which statement is true?
They are no longer in thermal equilibrium; the iron is warmer.
They remain in thermal equilibrium.
They are no longer in thermal equilibrium; the water is warmer.
It is impossible to say without knowing the exact mass involved and the exact specific heat capacities.
They are no longer in thermal equilibrium; the iron is warmer.
They remain in thermal equilibrium.
They are no longer in thermal equilibrium; the water is warmer.
It is impossible to say without knowing the exact mass involved and the exact specific heat capacities.
Explanation / Answer
irst option they are not in equilibrium and iron is warmer since it has low c means less heat required to raise its temperature as compared to water
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