Specific Heat Capacity Calculations
Students will perform calculations involving specific heat capacity to determine energy changes or temperature changes.
Key Questions
- Explain how the molecular structure of a material influences its ability to store thermal energy.
- Compare the energy required to heat water versus oil by the same temperature change.
- Predict the final temperature of a mixture of two substances with different specific heat capacities.
National Curriculum Attainment Targets
Suggested Methodologies
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