Question

The surface of a heated metal object measures 120°C. It is dropped into a bucket filled with water

measuring 10°C. Which of the following is most likely to occur?

(1) Both the water and metal will adjust to the same temperature below 10°C.

(2) The water and metal will adjust to different temperatures above 120°C.

(3) The water will remain at the same temperature, but the metal will cool to 10°C.

(4) The water and metal will adjust to the same temperature between 10°C and 120°C​

Answer 1

Answer:

Explanation:

The surface of a heated metal object measures 120°C. It is dropped into a bucket filled with water measuring 10°C. Which of the following is most likely to occur? Both the water and metal will adjust to the same temperature below 10°C.