A sample of an unknown metal cools from to while releasing of energy

PHYSICS · Single correct · AP · Physics 2: Algebra-based · Thermodynamics · Thermodynamics

Problem

150\,\text{g}

sample of an unknown metal cools from

125^{\circ}\text{C}

74^{\circ}\text{C}

while releasing

2.85\,\text{kJ}

of energy. What is the specific heat capacity of the metal? (a)

0.56\,\text{J g}^{-1}\,^{\circ}\text{C}^{-1}

(b)

0.19\,\text{J g}^{-1}\,^{\circ}\text{C}^{-1}

(c)

0.37\,\text{J g}^{-1}\,^{\circ}\text{C}^{-1}

(d)

3.73\,\text{J g}^{-1}\,^{\circ}\text{C}^{-1}