Specific Heat Capacity Flashcards
1
Q
What is specific heat capacity?
A
The amount of energy required to raise the temperature of 1kg of a material by 1 degree
2
Q
What is the equation for specific heat capacity?
A
Energy = mass x specific heat capacity x change in temperature
Specific heat capacity = energy/ mass x change in temperature
3
Q
How can you ensure to get an accurate reading for specific heat capacity?
A
Use insulation around the material you are heating
4
Q
What is specific heat capacity measured in?
A
J/kg degree Celsius
Joules/kg degrees Celcius
