James Joule published his definitive work related to the first law of thermodynamics in 1850. He stated

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James Joule published his definitive work related to the first law of thermodynamics in 1850. He stated that “the quantity of heat capable of increasing the temperature of one pound of water by 1 °F requires for its evolution the expenditure of a mechanical force represented by the fall of 772 lb through the space of one foot.” Validate this statement by relating it to information given in this text.

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General Chemistry Principles And Modern Applications

ISBN: 9780132931281

11th Edition

Authors: Ralph Petrucci, Jeffry Madura, F. Herring, Carey Bissonnette

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