CHEM 361

1. The Latin word calor means “heat,” and meter comes from the Greek word meaning “to measure.” What do you think a calorimeter does? the measurement of heat 2. Where have you heard the word calorie before? What do you think a calorie is? a calorie is a measurement of how much energy it will take to break something down Gizmo Warm-up A calorimeter is an insulated container filled with a liquid, usually water. When a hot object is placed in the calorimeter, heat energy is transfer...

Prior Knowledge Questions (Do these BEFORE using the Gizmo.) 1. The Latin word calor means “heat,” and meter comes from the Greek word meaning “to measure.” What do you think a calorimeter does? the measurement of heat 2. Where have you heard the word calorie before? What do you think a calorie is? a calorie is a measurement of how much energy it will take to break something down Gizmo Warm-up A calorimeter is an insulated container filled with a liquid, usually water. When a hot...