(9.0g)(4.184 J/g)(55.4C)=1

conduction is the transfer of thermal energy (heat in transfer) due to collisions between the molecules in the object. collisions between adjacent atoms and molecules transfer kinetic energy from the warmer to the cooler object. the objects must be in physical contact.

the dependant variable is spilled water

the independent is the heat

50.23 i believe is correct but don't quote me on that.