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What is the apparatus used?

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2
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Why do we use a copper can?

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Copper is a good conductor of heat

3
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What is the idea behind this method?

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That the enrgy released by the fuel will be transferred into the water to increase its temp

4
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Why is it difficult to transfer all energy released into water?

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  • heat is lost to the surroundings
  • incomplete combustion of fuel
  • evaporation of fuel
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