Multiple C. Global System Unit Exam Charlie 22. Calculate the amount of thermal energy that is absorbed when a 20 .0 g mass of zinc at 0.0^circ C is warmed to 30.0^circ C The theoretical specific heat capacity of zinc is 0.388J/g^circ C (3 marks)

The amount of thermal energy absorbed can be calculated using the formula:<br /><br />q = mcΔT<br /><br />Where:<br /><br />* q = thermal energy absorbed (in Joules)<br />* m = mass of the substance (in grams)<br />* c = specific heat capacity of the substance (in J/g°C)<br />* ΔT = change in temperature (in °C)<br /><br />Given:<br /><br />* m = 20.0 g<br />* c = 0.388 J/g°C<br />* ΔT = 30.0°C - 0.0°C = 30.0°C<br /><br />Substituting the values into the formula:<br /><br />q = (20.0 g) * (0.388 J/g°C) * (30.0°C)<br />q = 232.8 J<br /><br />Therefore, the amount of thermal energy absorbed is $\boxed{232.8 \text{ J}}$.<br />