An Introduction to Thermal Physics
An Introduction to Thermal Physics
1st Edition
ISBN: 9780201380279
Author: Daniel V. Schroeder
Publisher: Addison Wesley
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Chapter 7.3, Problem 25P
To determine

The contribution of conduction electrons to the heat capacity of one more of copper at room temperature.

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