Standard Science Primary 4 Energy

A metal spoon at room temperature (25°C) is placed into a bowl of ice water (5°C). Which of the following happens?

A The water loses heat to the spoon.
B There is no heat flow.
C The spoon loses heat to the water.
D The spoon gains heat from the water.
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Step 1: Heat flows from a region of higher temperature to lower temperature. Step 2: The spoon is hotter than the ice water. Step 3: Therefore, heat flows from the spoon to the water.

Correct answer: The spoon loses heat to the water.

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