alleryStart learning →What does a large heat capacity C mean for a given heat input?
AA large temperature rise
BA small temperature rise
CNo temperature change
DA negative heat flow
Answer & Solution
Correct answer: B. A small temperature rise
Since q = C ΔT, a large C means the same heat gives only a small temperature rise, as with water.
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