What is the Specific Heat Calculator?

The Specific Heat Calculator helps students, engineers, and science enthusiasts determine the specific heat capacity of a substance, which is the amount of heat required to raise one kilogram of the substance by one degree Celsius. By entering the heat added, mass, and temperature change, the tool calculates the specific heat, ensuring accurate results for experiments, homework, or practical applications. This eliminates manual calculation errors and allows users to quickly understand how different materials absorb and store heat.

How to Use:

1. Enter Heat Added (Q, joules): Input the total heat supplied to the substance in joules.
2. Enter Mass (m, kg): Input the mass of the substance in kilograms.
3. Enter Temperature Change (ΔT, °C): Input the resulting temperature change in degrees Celsius.
4. Click “Calculate”: The tool computes the specific heat using the formula c=Qm⋅ΔTc = \frac{Q}{m \cdot \Delta T}c=m⋅ΔTQ​.
5. Review Result: The output displays the calculated specific heat in J/(kg·°C) and ensures the entered values are valid and positive for accurate computation.