Specific heat capacity is the amount of heat energy needed to raise the temperature of one kilogram of a substance by one degree Celsius. Water has a
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Why is water used in radiators of cars instead of other liquids?
Water has the highest specific heat capacity among common liquids, meaning it can store and transport large amounts of thermal energy with minimal volume. This makes water the most efficient coolant, though nowadays additives are included to prevent freezing and corrosion.
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Do all metals have low specific heat capacity compared to water?
Yes, all metals have lower specific heat capacity than water. This is why metal objects heat up and cool down much faster than water. Aluminum at 900 is higher than iron at 450, but both are much less than water at 4,200.
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How does specific heat capacity relate to climate?
Regions with large bodies of water have moderated climates due to water's high specific heat capacity absorbing summer heat and releasing winter warmth. Deserts and inland areas with low specific heat materials have extreme temperature variations between day and night and summer and winter.
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