Physics 0625 · IGCSE · Thermal properties and temperature

Thermal properties and temperature — practice question

A block of ice with mass $12\,\text{g}$ at $0^\circ\text{C}$ takes in thermal energy from its surroundings at a rate of $3\,\text{J s}^{-1}$. The specific latent heat of fusion of ice is $330\,\text{J g}^{-1}$. How much time is needed for the ice to melt?

  • A$82.5\,\text{s}$
  • B$1320\,\text{s}$
  • C$3960\,\text{s}$
  • D$11880\,\text{s}$

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