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To find the calorimeter constant (often represented by \( C_{\text{cal}} \)), we can use the formula related to the principle of conservation of energy in a calorimetry experiment. The formula involves the heat transfer between hot and cold water as well as the calorimeter itself:

\[
q_{\text{lost by hot water}} = q_{\text{gained by cold water}} + q_{\text{calorimeter}}
\]

Breaking these terms down:
- \( q_{\text{lost by hot water}} = m_{\text{hot}} \cdot c \cdot (T_{\text{initial, hot}} - T_{\text{final}}) \)
- \( q_{\text{gained by cold water}} = m_{\text{cold}} \cdot c \cdot (T_{\text{final}} - T_{\text{initial, cold}}) \)
- \( q_{\text{calorimeter}} = C_{\text{cal}} \cdot (T_{\text{final}} - T_{\text{initial}}) \)

Where:
- \( m_{\text{hot}} \) and \( m_{\text{cold}} \) are the masses of the hot and cold water, respectively.
- \( c \) is the specific heat capacity of water, which is approximately \( 4.18 \, \text{J/g°C} \).
- \( T_{\text{initial, hot}} \) and \( T_{\text{initial, cold}} \) are the initial temperatures of hot and cold water.
- \( T_{\text{final}} \) is the final equilibrium temperature.

Given the values from your dataTo find the calorimeter constant (often represented by \( C_{\text{cal}} \)), we can use the formula related to the principle of conservation of energy in a calorimetry experiment. The formula involves the heat transfer between hot and cold water as well as the calorimeter itself:

\[
q_{\text{lost by hot water}} = q_{\text{gained by cold water}} + q_{\text{calorimeter}}
\]

Breaking these terms down:
- \( q_{\text{lost by hot water}} = m_{\text{hot}} \cdot c \cdot (T_{\text{initial, hot}} - T_{\text{final}}) \)
- \( q_{\text{gained by cold water}} = m_{\text{cold}} \cdot c \cdot (T_{\text{final}} - T_{\text{initial, cold}}) \)
- \( q_{\text{calorimeter}} = C_{\text{cal}} \cdot (T_{\text{final}} - T_{\text{initial}}) \)

Where:
- \( m_{\text{hot}} \) and \( m_{\text{cold}} \) are the masses of the hot and cold water, respectively.
- \( c \) is the specific heat capacity of water, which is approximately \( 4.18 \, \text{J/g°C} \).
- \( T_{\text{initial, hot}} \) and \( T_{\text{initial, cold}} \) are the initial temperatures of hot and cold water.
- \( T_{\text{final}} \) is the final equilibrium temperature.

Given the values from your 
- \( T_{\text{initial, cold}} = 3.0^\circ C \)
- \( T_{\text{initial, hot}} = 89.0^\circ C \)
- \( T_{\text{final}} = 43.0^\circ C \)
- \( m_{\text{cold}} = 99.0 \, \text{g} \)
- \( m_{\text{hot}} = 90.0 \, \text{g} \)

Now, we substitute these into the formula to find \( C_{\text{cal}} \).

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Here are some follow-up questions that might help you with the analysis:

1. What specific role does the calorimeter constant play in energy calculations?
2. How would the results change if the mass of the hot water was different?
3. How does the specific heat capacity of water affect these calculations?
4. What could cause discrepancies in the final temperature after mixing?
5. How can you determine the heat loss to the environment in this experiment?

**Tip:** Ensure that all temperatures are in the same units and that masses are consistent when performing calorimetry calculations.

Learn how to calculate the calorimeter constant using heat transfer between cold and hot water. This problem involves the principle of conservation of energy, calorimetry equations, and specific heat capacity. Suitable for Grades 11-12 or college-level physics students.

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