The Specific Heat of Water Is 1

question 36

Multiple Choice

The specific heat of water is 1.000 cal/(g·°C) . What is the specific heat of water in SI units?

• A) 2,124 J/(kg·K)
• B) 2,765 J/(kg·K)
• C) 3,417 J/(kg·K)
• D) 3,764 J/(kg·K)
• E) 4,186 J/(kg·K)

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