A calorimeter contains reactants and a substance to absorb the heat absorbed. The initial temperature (before the reaction) of the heat absorbent is measured and then the final temperature (after the reaction) is also measured. The absorbent's specific heat capacity and mass are also known. Given all of this data, the equation:
Q = mcΔT
To find the heat released.
Gold has a very high density of about 19.32g/cm^3 while Aluminum has a low density of 2.7 gm/cm^3 which means gold can pack more amount of matter in a comparatively small space as compared to Aluminum.
C. transition, as they show variable oxidation states.