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Which of the following is the correct unit for specific heat capacity?

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MCQ

Type

practice

Style

Topic

Energy changes in a system, and the ways energy is stored before and after such changes

Question

A. J/kg
B. J/kg°C
C. kg/°C
D. J/°C

Answer

J/kg°C

Explanation

Specific heat capacity is measured in joules per kilogram per degree Celsius (J/kg°C), indicating the energy required to raise the temperature of one kilogram of a substance by one degree Celsius.

Common mistake

Confusing Units of Measurement

Students often confuse joules with kilograms when identifying thermal energy changes.

Always remember that thermal energy is measured in joules, while mass is measured in kilograms. Keep the units distinct when performing calculations.

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