In a calorimeter, you mix together 31.0 grams of a solution of acid and 30.0 grams of a solution of base. The initial temperature was 41.0°C and the final temperature was 99.0°C.  What is the heat of the reaction in joules? Don't forget about the sign of q, negative or positive.   The specific heat capacity of water is 4.184 J g ° C.

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In a calorimeter, you mix together 31.0 grams of a solution of acid and 30.0 grams of a solution of base. The initial temperature was 41.0°C and the final temperature was 99.0°C.  What is the heat of the reaction in joules? Don't forget about the sign of q, negative or positive.  

The specific heat capacity of water is 4.184 J g ° C.

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