The calorie content of a peanut is measured by burning it beneath a can of water and

Chapter 0, Problem 8

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The calorie content of a peanut is measured by burning it beneath a can of water and measuring the temperature change of the water. Which of these is a possible source of error? (A) Th e initial mass of the peanut is measured incorrectly. (B) Some of the heat of combustion is transferred to the air. (C) Some unburned remnants of the peanut are lost before fi nding the fi nal mass. (D) All of the above. (E) None of the above.

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