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What is the purpose of the outer jacket and air gap in a calorimeter?

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Question

What is the purpose of the outer jacket and air gap in a calorimeter?

Options

  • To make the calorimeter heavier

  • To allow heat to escape slowly

  • To prevent heat loss to the surroundings

  • To increase the temperature of the water faster

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Solution

To prevent heat loss to the surroundings

Explanation:

The outer jacket and insulating air gap create thermal isolation, ensuring that all heat exchange stays within the system, just like a thermos flask traps heat.

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