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What is specific heat capacity?

Energy to raise 1 kg by 1°C

What are the units of specific heat capacity?

J/kg°C

Which letter denotes specific heat capacity?

cc

Materials with high specific heat capacity require what to increase temperature?

More thermal energy

What is the formula for calculating change in thermal energy?

ΔE=m×c×ΔθΔE = m × c × Δθ

In the formula ΔE=m×c×ΔθΔE = m × c × Δθ, what does ΔEΔE represent?

Change in thermal energy (J)

How much energy raises 2 kg water (c = 4,200 J/kg°C) from 20°C to 30°C?

84,000 J

Why is insulating material used around the block in the experiment?

To minimize heat loss

What formula calculates the power of the heater?

P=V×IP = V × I

What formula calculates energy transferred to the block?

E=P×tE = P × t

Why is water effective for use in cooling systems and radiators?

High specific heat capacity

Why do metal utensils heat up quickly?

Low specific heat capacity

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