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Spezifische Wärmekapazität

Definition

Die Energiemenge, die benötigt wird, um die Temperatur von 1 kg eines Stoffes um 1 °C (oder 1 K) zu erhöhen.

Erklärung

Water has an exceptionally high specific heat capacity of 4,186 J/(kg·K), which is why oceans moderate coastal climates and why water is used in radiators. By contrast, copper is only 385 J/(kg·K), meaning it heats and cools far more rapidly. This property governs everything from cooking times to engine cooling system design.

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