Calorimeter

usgb/ˌkæləˈrɪmɪtər/
noun

A scientific tool that measures the amount of heat involved in a chemical reaction or physical process.

In our physics class, we used a calorimeter to measure the amount of heat released during the combustion of a matchstick.
Visual representation of "calorimeter" - A scientific tool that measures the amount of heat involved in a chemical reaction or physical process

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  • use a calorimeter
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Scientific Device

A calorimeter is always referred to as a precise scientific instrument, not a common tool.

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The research paper discussed the calorimeter's role in accurately measuring energy changes.
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Physical and Chemical

It measures heat in both physical states changes, like melting, and chemical reactions.

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During the experiment, the calorimeter helped us observe the heat absorption during water's phase change.
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Commonly used in scientific contexts; may be unfamiliar in everyday conversation.

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His knowledge of how a calorimeter works impressed the laboratory team.
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