Question
Define molar specific heat. Write its units.
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Answer
Molar specific heat is defined as the amount of heat required to raise the temperature of one mole of a gas through 1K at constant volume or at constant pressure.
If the volume is constant, it is called the molar specific heat at constant volume. Similarly, if the pressure is constant, it is called the molar specific heat at constant pressure. It is expressed in J mol-1K-1 or J mol-1°C-1.
If the volume is constant, it is called the molar specific heat at constant volume. Similarly, if the pressure is constant, it is called the molar specific heat at constant pressure. It is expressed in J mol-1K-1 or J mol-1°C-1.
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