Earth Science: Specific Heat of Common Materials

What is the unit used to measure specific heat?

• Calories

• Volts

• Watts

• Joules

Which material has the highest specific heat according to the discussion?

• Lead

• Granite

• Copper

• Liquid Water

Why does liquid water have a high specific heat?

• It is a good conductor of heat.

• It is a solid at room temperature.

• It reflects a lot of energy and is transparent.

• It is opaque and absorbs all energy.

Which of the following materials has the lowest specific heat?

• Lead

• Basalt

• Copper

• Iron

How do materials with low specific heat behave in terms of heating and cooling?

• They heat up quickly and cool down quickly.

• They heat up slowly but cool down quickly.

• They do not change temperature.

• They heat up and cool down slowly.