Heating, specific heat and latent heat

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Describe an experimental method to determine a reliable value for the specific latent heat of fusion of ice using the apparatus shown in the diagram.

Your description should include:

  • The measurements that need to be taken.
  • How these measurements are used to calculate the specific latent heat of fusion of ice.
  • Why a control apparatus (with no heater) is used and how it improves the accuracy of the result.

Experimental setup showing a heated apparatus and a control apparatus to measure the specific latent heat of fusion of ice.

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