3.2 Calorimetry Flashcards
1
Q
What is specific heat capacity?
A
The energy required to change the temperature of a unit mass by one degree.
2
Q
What is a change of phase?
A
Substances undergo phase changes at specific constant temperatures.
3
Q
What is specific latent heat?
A
The energy required to change the phase of a unit mass at constant temperature.
4
Q
When is the specific latent heat of fusion used?
A
When the substance is melting.
5
Q
When is the specific latent heat of vaporisation used?
A
When the substance is boiling.
