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Calorimetry — Quiz

Question 9 • Chemistry

Which statement defines the heat capacity of a sample?

Answer
A
the temperature that a given sample can withstand
B
the temperature of a given sample
C
the quantity of heat that is required to raise 1 g of the sample by 1 times degree C (or Kelvin) at a given pressure
D
the quantity of heat that is required to raise the sample’s temperature by 1 times degree C (or Kelvin)

Explanation

Heat capacity is the amount of heat needed to raise the temperature of an entire sample by 1°C or 1 K. Choice D gives this definition. Choice C describes specific heat capacity, which is measured per gram of substance.

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