specific heat capacity Flashcards
1
Q
what is the specific heat capacity of a material
A
The specific heat capacity of a material is the energy required to raise one kilogram (kg) of the material by one degree Celsius (°C).
2
Q
specific heat capacity equation
A
∆Et=m x c x ∆T. (change in thermal energy = mass x specific heat capacity x temperature change)
3
Q
what is (c) measured in?
A
J/kgC
