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calibration of calorimeter
« on: August 14, 2008, 06:13:37 AM »
there are 2 methods to calibrate a calorimeter (school ones) the electrical way and reacting known amount of substance for which delta H is accurately known, which of the 2 is more accurate and why? please help =]

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Re: calibration of calorimeter
« Reply #1 on: August 14, 2008, 09:45:43 AM »
Using a known reagent to verify results is much better than the "electronic" way.

Just ensure a clean test vial for the best results.

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