Benzene is a starting material in the synthesis of nylon fibers and polystyrene (styrofoam).  Its specific heat is 1.74 J/g⋅ºC. If 214 grams of this substance is heated from an initial temperature of 21.6 ºC, and it absorbs 18.2 kJ of energy. What is the final temperature of this substance in ºC? Express your answer to the correct number of significant figures.

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Benzene is a starting material in the synthesis of nylon fibers and polystyrene (styrofoam).  Its specific heat is 1.74 J/g⋅ºC. If 214 grams of this substance is heated from an initial temperature of 21.6 ºC, and it absorbs 18.2 kJ of energy. What is the final temperature of this substance in ºC?

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