Properties that determine rise in temperature

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The discussion focuses on the properties that determine the rise in temperature of a solid when thermal energy is transferred. The key properties identified are mass and specific heat capacity, with volume being irrelevant in this context. The equation used is c = Q/mΔT, confirming that mass (m) and specific heat capacity (c) are the determining factors for temperature change. The correct answer to the posed question is B) 2 and 3.

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  • Understanding of specific heat capacity (c)
  • Knowledge of thermal energy transfer (Q)
  • Familiarity with the mass (m) of solids
  • Basic grasp of temperature change (ΔT)
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  • Learn about thermal energy transfer mechanisms
  • Explore the relationship between mass and temperature change in solids
  • Investigate practical applications of specific heat capacity in engineering
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Homework Statement



Thermal energy is transferred to a solid. Three properties of the solid are:
1. volume
2. mass
3. specific heat capacitiy

Which of the above properties determine the rise in temperature of the solid?
A) 1 and 2
B) 2 and 3
C) 2 only
D) 3 only

Homework Equations



c = Q/mΔT

The Attempt at a Solution



so using the equation for specific heat capacity, thermal energy Q = (mΔT) (c)

c = specific heat capacity
m = mass
volume is not there

So, my answer is B. Mass and specific heat capacity only. is this correct?
 
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