Which sample of copper would demonstrate the GREATEST increase in temperature if 500 J of energy were added to the sample? A) 0.5 kg B) 1.0 kg C) 1.5 kg D) 2.0 kg

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Nevf · Answer 1 · 2020-11-11T15:46:19+0000

Answer:

A) 0.5 kg

Step-by-step explanation:

Q = mCΔT

where Q is energy,

m is mass,

C is specific heat capacity,

and ΔT is temperature change.

Solving for ΔT:

ΔT = Q / (mC)

ΔT is the largest when m is the smallest.