The specific heat capacity is highest for substances that absorb or release large quantities of heat for correspondingly
A)small temperature changes.
B)large temperature changes.
C)small or large changes in temperature.
D)none of the above

Question

Quizplus · Accepted Answer

Specific heat capacity is defined as the amount of heat required to raise the temperature of one gram of a substance by one degree Celsius. Therefore, substances with higher specific heat capacity require more heat to raise their temperature by a certain amount. This means that they absorb or release large quantities of heat for correspondingly small temperature changes. Therefore, choice A is the correct answer.

The Specific Heat Capacity Is Highest for Substances That Absorb