This is a multimedia presentation of the exploration “Burning Oil” on page 479 in the textbook. Please see the textbook for more detail.
Materials
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Procedure
Step 1: Measure the mass of the shelled nut (pecan).
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Step 2: Bend a paper clip so that it forms a stand that will support the nut above the lab bench.
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Step 3: Place 50 mL of tap water in the tin can.
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Step 4: Measure the temperature of the water in the can.
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Step 5: Suspend the can of water inside the ring and above the nut by putting a pencil through the holes and under the rim of the can.
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Step 6: Using a flame, light the nut.
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Step 7: Position the can containing the water above the burning nut.
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Step 8: When the nut has finished burning, measure the final temperature of the water in the can.
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