A significant source of error in calorimetry experiments is due to heat losses

CHEMISTRY · Multi-part · A Level · Chemistry · Energetics · Energetics

Problem

A significant source of error in calorimetry experiments is due to heat losses, particularly if the reaction occurs slowly. (1) Classify heat loss as a systematic or random error. (2) How can calorimetry experiments be modified to estimate a more accurate and quantifiable temperature change?

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