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In an experiment, 4.5 kg of fuel was completely burnt. The heat produced was measured to be 180,000 kJ. Calculate the calorific value of the fuel. [3 marks]

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The amount of heat energy produced on complete combustion of 1 kg of a fuel is called its calorific value. [1 mark]

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Heat produced from 4.5 kg of a fuel = 180,000 kJ (given)

Heat produced from 1 kg of a fuel = 180,000 kJ ÷ 4.5 kg = 40,000 kJ/kg
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