Chapter 4: (2) Specific Heat Capacity Flashcards
1
Q
What is heat capacity, c?
A
The quantity of heat energy required to raise the temperature by 1C.
2
Q
What is specific heat capacity, c?
A
The heat energy required to raise the temperature of
1kg by 1C.
3
Q
c↑ Δθ↓
A
TBC
4
Q
Explain one application of specific heat capacity.
A
Water as cooling agent in car engine
- water has high specific heat capacity
- able to absorb more heat without raising its temperature
