Definition

The process of measuring the heat produced or absorbed during a chemical reaction or physical change.

Example

Calorimetry is essential in understanding how much energy is involved in chemical reactions.

Conversation

Have you ever heard of calorimetry?

Yeah, it’s about measuring heat in reactions, right?

Exactly! I found it fascinating when we studied it in class.

Me too! It really helps understand how energy works in chemistry.

Synonyms & Antonyms

Root Explanation

Calorimetry is formed from "calor" (from Latin, meaning heat) and "-metry" (from Greek "metria", meaning measurement). The word refers to the measurement of heat.

Memory Tip

Think of 'calor' meaning heat and '-metry' meaning measurement — calorimetry is all about measuring heat.

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