Unilorin Post-UTME Physics 2022 (Model questions) Question 16

Question 16

Change of State and Vapours

Calculate the specific latent heat of vapourization of steam if 1.13 × 106J of heat energy is required to convert 15kg of water

  1. A.7.53 × 105Jkg−1
  2. B.7.53 × 102Jkg−1
  3. C.7.53 × 104Jkg−1
  4. D.7.53 × 103Jkg−1
Show the answer and explanation

Answer: C (7.53 × 104Jkg−1)

Explanation

L = Q/m = 1.13 × 106 ÷ 15 = 7.53 × 104 J/kg.