OUTCOME
By the end of this lesson you will be able to describe specific heat. You will be able to explain and apply the relationship Q = mcΔT.
Reading quiz p. 22-24, then Read p. 25-28
SPECIFIC HEAT is the amount of heat needed to change the temperature of 1kg of substance by 1 degree C
LEARNING TASKS
Explain
Worked examples
Explore and Elaborate
How much energy is your body spending if you are unwell and have a fever of 38.5 oC ?