A body of mass 200g and specific heat capacity 0.4Jg-1k-1 cools from 37°C to 31°C. Calculate the quantity of the heat released by the body.

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A. 4800J
B. 1200J
C. 480J
D. 202J

Correct Answer: Option C

Explanation

Q = mcθ

= 200 x 0.4 x 6 = 480J

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