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Q · Heat and ThermodynamicsMedium · 45s
Which of the following has the highest specific heat capacity?
TopicHeat and Thermodynamics
Question Typemultiple choice
DifficultyMedium
Marking+1 / −0.33
Test Duration30 min
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Water has a very high specific heat capacity (~4200 J/kg K). It can absorb or lose large amounts of heat with minimal temperature change.
Final Answer: Option D - Water