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Chapter 23, Problem 1PLA
To determine
The definition of specific heat.
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The definition of specific heat is the amount heat required to increase the temperature of a unit mass of the substance by
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Specific heat is defined as the amount of heat energy needed to raise the temperature of a unit mass of the substance by
The unit used in the laboratory for specific heat is
Conclusion:
The definition of specific heat is the amount heat required to increase the temperature of a unit mass of the substance by
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