Specific Heat Calculator
Specific Heat from Experimental Data
Total Heat Capacity
Formula
c = Q/(mΔT), where c is specific heat capacity in J/kg·°C, Q is heat energy in J, m is mass in kg, and ΔT is temperature change in °C.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is specific heat capacity?
Specific heat capacity is the amount of heat energy required to raise the temperature of 1 kilogram of a substance by 1 degree Celsius. It is an intrinsic property of the material.
What is the difference between specific heat and heat capacity?
Specific heat (c) is the heat per unit mass per degree: c = Q/(mΔT), measured in J/kg·°C. Heat capacity (C) is for the whole object: C = mc, measured in J/°C. Specific heat is a material property, while heat capacity depends on the amount of material.
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