Compute the specific heat of the metal

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A piece of metal has a mass 21.3 g at 212 degrees F is placed in a calorimeter containing 48.6 g of water at 71.6 degrees F. The final temp of the water is 78.26 degrees F. Calculate the specific heat of the metal. Assume that all energy lost by metal is gained by the water.

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