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Energy Content of Foods

Experiment #16 from Chemistry with Vernier

Education Level
High School
Subject
Chemistry

Introduction

All human activity requires “burning” food for energy. In this experiment, you will determine the energy released (in kJ/g) as various foods, such as cashews, marshmallows, peanuts, and popcorn, burn. You will look for patterns in the amounts of energy released during burning of the different foods.

Objectives

In this experiment, you will

  • Determine the energy released from various foods as they burn.
  • Look for patterns in the amounts of energy released during burning of different foods.

Sensors and Equipment

This experiment features the following sensors and equipment. Additional equipment may be required.

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This experiment is #16 of Chemistry with Vernier. The experiment in the book includes student instructions as well as instructor information for set up, helpful hints, and sample graphs and data.

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