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Energy in Chemical Reactions — Test

Question 20 • Chemistry

Which statement defines calorimetry?

Answer
A
a device that is used to measure the heat that is gained or lost during a chemical change
B
the conservation of energy
C
the measurement of energy that is given off or absorbed in a physical or chemical process
D
a unit of energy that is used when calculating energy exchange

Explanation

Calorimetry is the measurement of heat energy absorbed or released during a physical or chemical process. A calorimeter is the device used to make that measurement, so choice A describes the instrument rather than the process. Therefore, the correct choice is D: the measurement of energy that is given off or absorbed in a physical or chemical process.

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