A 134.0 g sample of an unknown metal is heated to 91.0°C and then placed in 125 mL of water at 25.0°C. The final temperature of the water is measured at 31.0°C. Calculate the specific heat capacity of the unknown metal.

A 134.0 g sample of an unknown metal is heated to 91.0°C and then placed in 125 mL of water at 25.0°C. The final temperature of the water is measured at 31.0°C. Calculate the specific heat capacity of the unknown metal.

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