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Cambridge AS & A Level Physics

14.3Specific heat capacity and specific latent heat

Specific heat capacity and specific latent heat in Cambridge AS & A Level Physics: what the syllabus expects you to know, the learning objectives and how to practise.
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Learning objectives

What the syllabus expects you to be able to do.

  1. 14.3.1Define and use specific heat capacity.
  2. 14.3.2Define and use specific latent heat, distinguishing fusion and vaporisation.

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Specific heat capacity and specific latent heat: sample question

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While a pure liquid boils at constant pressure, energy is supplied but its temperature does not rise. Where does the energy go?

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