Physics 5054 · O Level · Specific heat capacity

Specific heat capacity — practice question

(b(iii))[1]

The beaker is made from a special type of glass. Suggest why it is appropriate for this experiment.

(b(iv))[1]

Calculate the specific heat capacity $c_m$ of the $50\,\text{g}$ mass from the equation: $c_m = \dfrac{4.2(\theta_2 - \theta_1)}{2(100 - \theta_2)}$. Give your answer in $\text{J}/(\text{g}\,^{\circ}\text{C})$.

(c(i))[2]

Describe two sources of error that could arise in the method used to determine $c_m$.

(c(ii))[2]

Suggest two ways to improve the method.

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