The Specific Heat of Water Is Higher Than That of Iron

question 159

Multiple Choice

The specific heat of water is higher than that of iron. Which of the following statements is correct?

• A) The energy needed to heat iron to a certain temperature is less than the energy needed to raise the water temperature to the same level.
• B) If the same quantity of energy is applied to both water and iron, iron's temperature will be much higher.
• C) Iron is a better heat conductor.
• D) All of the above statements are correct.

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