The information presented here is
intended to give Parr Calorimeter users
an overview of the basic principals
involved in measuring the heat of
combustion (calorific value) of solid
and liquid fuels, foodstuffs and other
combustible materials in a bomb
calorimeter. Although this paper does
not attempt to cover all of the technical
aspects of bomb calorimetry, it will
serve as a useful supplement to the
operating manuals furnished with Parr
calorimeters and oxygen bomb
apparatus. Users who want a more
detailed coverage of the theoretical
aspects of bomb calorimetry and
experimental thermochemistry will
want to consult other references such
as those listed on pages 10 & 11