Thermodynamics

Experiment with calorimetry without the mess. Investigate phase and temperature changes using various solids and variable temperature water.

Topics and Objectives:

• Investigate the flow of heat between two bodies due to a difference in their temperatures.
• Explore the flow of heat involved in changes in phase.
• Learn about specific heat and calorimeters.

Activities:

• Calorimetry Lab – Student Version (PDF)

Preset Unknowns:

• Specific Heat Capacities of Materials
• Identity of Six Unknown Materials

Support:

• Calorimetry – User’s Guide (PDF)