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Bomb Calorimetry Enthalpy of Combustion Calculator

ΔU = −C_cal × ΔT/n — internal energy of combustion.

Calculates the molar internal energy and enthalpy of combustion from calorimeter heat capacity, temperature rise, sample mass, and molar mass.

Dr. Helena Ortiz By Dr. Helena Ortiz
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How to use this calculator

  1. Fill in the inputs above using the units you already have.
  2. Values update automatically as you type — no submit button needed.
  3. Hover any result row for the underlying formula and intermediate values.

Formula

ΔU_combustion = −C_cal × ΔT / (mass/M_mol); ΔH ≈ ΔU + Δn_gas×RT

In depth

Calculates the molar internal energy and enthalpy of combustion from calorimeter heat capacity, temperature rise, sample mass, and molar mass.