Understanding Specific Heat Capacity

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1.
FLASHCARD QUESTION
Front
What is specific heat capacity?
Back
Specific heat capacity is the amount of heat energy required to raise the temperature of one kilogram of a substance by one degree Celsius.
2.
FLASHCARD QUESTION
Front
What is the symbol for specific heat capacity?
Back
C
3.
FLASHCARD QUESTION
Front
How does specific heat capacity affect temperature changes in coastal areas compared to inland areas?
Back
Coastal areas have moderated temperature changes due to the high specific heat capacity of water.
4.
FLASHCARD QUESTION
Front
What is the specific heat capacity of water in joules per kilogram per degree Celsius?
Back
4186 J/kg°C.
5.
FLASHCARD QUESTION
Front
What is the specific heat capacity of iron in joules per kilogram per degree Celsius?
Back
450 J/kg°C.
6.
FLASHCARD QUESTION
Front
What is the formula to calculate heat absorbed or released?
Back
Q = c m ΔT, where Q is heat, c is specific heat capacity, m is mass, and ΔT is the change in temperature.
7.
FLASHCARD QUESTION
Front
What does the variable 'Q' represent in the specific heat formula?
Back
Q represents the amount of heat energy absorbed or released.
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