A student investigates the temperature change when dilute hydrochloric acid reacts with sodium hydroxide solution in a simple calorimeter, as shown in the diagram.
State one reason for using the polystyrene cup, labeled A, instead of a metal beaker.
Practise Edexcel GCSE Chemistry Heat energy changes in chemical reactions with exam-style questions for Foundation and Higher tier. 130 questions, matched to the Edexcel GCSE Chemistry (1CH0) specification and written in Paper 1 and Paper 2 style. Every question includes a full worked solution and mark scheme, so you can see where marks are awarded rather than just whether you got the answer right.
