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calorimetry

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/ˌkæləˈrɪmətri/
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the scientific measurement of heat exchange in chemical or physical processes

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  • Calorimetry measures the heat released or absorbed during a chemical reaction.
  • Scientists use calorimetry to determine the calorie content of food.
  • Chemists rely on calorimetry to study the heat of combustion.
  • Environmental scientists use calorimetry to analyze heat exchange in ecosystems.
  • Calorimetry is crucial in understanding the energy balance of chemical reactions.