Investigating specific heat capacity practical Flashcards
1
Q
What is step 1 ?
A
Measure the mass of the block
2
Q
What is step 2 ?
A
Wrap it in an insulating layer to reduce energy losses
3
Q
What is step 3 ?
A
Set up the apparatus
4
Q
What is step 4 ?
A
Measure starting temperature of the block
5
Q
What is step 5 ?
A
Turn on power supply and start a stopwatch
6
Q
What is step 6 ?
A
Record potential difference of the power supply and current.
7
Q
What is step 7 ?
A
After 10 minutes read a reading of the block’s temperature
8
Q
What is step 8?
A
Work out the temperature change
9
Q
What is step 9 ?
A
Calculate the power of the heater
