Which of the following is the definition of the calorie?
A) the amount of heat required to heat 1.0 oz of water by 1.0°F
B) the amount of heat required to heat 1.0 oz of water by 1.0°C
C) the amount of heat required to heat 1.0 g of water by 1.0°F
D) the amount of heat required to heat 1.0 g of water by 1.0°C

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The calorie is defined as the amount of heat required to heat 1.0 g of water by 1.0°C. Option A is incorrect because it uses the Fahrenheit scale instead of the Celsius scale. Option B is incorrect because it refers to 1.0 oz of water instead of 1.0 g. Option C is incorrect because it also uses the Fahrenheit scale instead of the Celsius scale.

Which of the Following Is the Definition of the Calorie