What is the best source for finding the specific heat of certain substances?

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The discussion centers on finding reliable sources for the specific heat of substances like sucrose, citric acid, and trinitrotoluene. Participants suggest using the Handbook of Chemistry and Physics, which is commonly available in college and public libraries, as a primary resource. The CRC Handbook is specifically recommended, while the Merck Index is noted as potentially lacking this information. The original poster expresses difficulty in locating this data through search engines or textbooks. Overall, the thread emphasizes the importance of specialized reference materials for obtaining specific heat values.
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I am unable to find the specific heat of certain substances. Examples of such substances are: Sucrose, Citric Acid, and Trinitrotoluene. I need one source for the information in this data, and I am unable to obtain it using a search engine. Is there anyone who actually indeed might have this data or know of a site to be able to find the specific heat for these substances?

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(Equations are simple to figure out once I have the specific heat of the three substances)

The Attempt at a Solution



Using a search engine, as well as trying to use my chemistry book. My teacher is of no help since she wanted us to do this on our own.

*Any help is appreciated*
 
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Atropine asks:
I am unable to find the specific heat of certain substances. Examples of such substances are: Sucrose, Citric Acid, and Trinitrotoluene. I need one source for the information in this data, and I am unable to obtain it using a search engine. Is there anyone who actually indeed might have this data or know of a site to be able to find the specific heat for these substances?
The source which you want is a handbook of chemistry & physics. college and public libraries have them.
 
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Atropine asks:

The source which you want is a handbook of chemistry & physics. college and public libraries have them.

The CRC handbook might be your best bet because I don't think the Merck Index has it.
 
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