How do I calculate mass in grams for something that absorbs 235J to change its temp from 13 degrees C to 55 degrees C? What is the formula?

q = heat absorbed = mass x specific heat x (Tfinal-Tinitial)

To calculate the mass of an object in grams, given the amount of energy absorbed and the temperature change, we can use the formula:

q = mcΔT

Where:
q represents the amount of energy absorbed (in joules)
m represents the mass of the object (in grams)
c represents the specific heat capacity of the substance (in J/g°C)
ΔT represents the change in temperature (in °C)

In this case, you are given the amount of energy absorbed (q = 235 J), the temperature change (ΔT = 55°C - 13°C = 42°C), and you need to calculate the mass (m). However, the specific heat capacity (c) is missing.

To proceed, you need to know the specific heat capacity of the substance for which you want to calculate the mass. The specific heat capacity is a property that varies depending on the material. It represents the amount of energy required to raise the temperature of 1 gram of the substance by 1 degree Celsius.

If you know the specific heat capacity of the material, you can substitute it into the formula and solve for mass (m). If you don't have this information, you will need to look up the specific heat capacity or provide more details about the substance in question.