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The Coffee and Cream Problem.

Authors :
Greenslade, Thomas B.
Source :
Physics Teacher. Mar 1994 32(3):144-147.
Publication Year :
1994

Abstract

Describes how Newton's Law of Cooling and the Method of Mixtures are used to solve the basic dilemma of whether to add the cool cream to the hot coffee or to let the black coffee cool down first and then add the cream. (ZWH)

Details

Language :
English
ISSN :
0031-921X
Volume :
32
Issue :
3
Database :
ERIC
Journal :
Physics Teacher
Publication Type :
Electronic Resource
Accession number :
EJ493825
Document Type :
Guides - Classroom - Teacher<br />Journal Articles