Specific Heat Capacity (s = (1/m)(ΔQ/ΔT))
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s = (1/m)(ΔQ/ΔT)
What each symbol means
| Symbol | What it stands for |
|---|---|
| m | Mass of substance (kg) |
| s | Specific heat capacity (J kg⁻¹ K⁻¹) |
| ΔQ | Heat supplied (J) |
| ΔT | Temperature change (K) |
When to use this
Independent of amount of substance. Depends on nature of substance and temperature. May require specifying conditions (constant P or V).