Specific heat capacity of solid bodies

Principle

Three metal bodies having the same mass are heated in boiling water and then successively placed in a calorimeter. Even from just the measured mix temperatures it is possible to make qualitative conclusions as to the size of the storage ability (heat capacity) of the metals. The specific heat capacity of solid bodies is calculated from the released heat.

Benefits

• Real stand material for an esecially stable and safe setup
• Own construction of a calorimeter deepens the understanding
• Student-suitable experiment descriptions with reports available