Why is a lid used for the calorimeter in a specific heat capacity experiment?

University of Ilorin PHY107 2026-exam past question

1. To prevent heat loss by convection and evaporation to surroundings
2. To increase the pressure in the calorimeter
3. To prevent heat loss by conduction
4. To allow uniform mixing of the liquid

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