NEETChemistryThermodynamics (C)
In a bomb calorimeter, what is the purpose of immersing the steel vessel (bomb) in a water bath?
Options
- ATo keep the bomb from exploding
- BTo ensure no heat is lost to the surroundings
- CTo increase the pressure inside the bomb
- DTo prevent the combustion reaction
Correct answer
B. To ensure no heat is lost to the surroundings
Step-by-step solution
Immersing the steel vessel in a water bath ensures that no heat is lost to the surroundings during the calorimetric measurement.