Abstract:
The purpose of this experiment is to explore heat transfer using a simple coffee cup calorimeter. We will examine two separate processes: one that transfers heat to the surroundings, and one that absorbs heat from the surroundings.
Experiment video demo is available at https://youtu.be/R2HivPOCfCo
Description:
Learning outcomes:
After performing this experiment, students will be able to: relate energy, temperature change and specific heat capacity; and articulate the basic principles of calorimetry as a method of determining the heat evolved or taken in by a system.
