Practice mode Thermodynamics

What is the SI unit of molar specific heat capacity?

Correct answer C. J mol⁻¹ K⁻¹

Explanation

Molar specific heat is the heat needed to raise the temperature of one mole of a substance by 1 K, so its unit is J mol⁻¹ K⁻¹. Specific heat per unit mass uses J kg⁻¹ K⁻¹.

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