The relationship between specific heat capacity and power (P = e/t) is direct and significant. As specific heat capacity (C) increases, the time required to raise an object's temperature also increases, given a constant input power (P). This is because a higher specific heat capacity means more energy is needed to achieve the same temperature change, thus extending the duration for energy input at a fixed power level. Conversely, by adjusting the input power, one can control the time taken to raise the temperature regardless of the specific heat capacity.
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Koenn said:What is the the relationship between the specific heat capacity and power (e/t) required to raise the objects temperature? Of course the energy required increases, but does the time it takes change also?