Product Summary
In this experiment designed for use with PASCO Capstone software, students learn that materials can be identified using specific heat as a measurable characteristic. A known mass of water is used and the unknown material is placed in the water. The initial temperature of the water and the unknown material are measured. The equilibrium temperature is found and from this the specific heat of the unknown material is derived.
By performing this experiment in two ways (water warming, water cooling) students explore how experiment design may alter results. Finally, students explore sources of error and magnitude of error.
Concepts
- Thermal Energy
- Equilibrium Temperature
- Specific Heat
What's Included
Data Collection Software
This product requires PASCO software for data collection and analysis. We recommend the following option(s). For more information on which is right for your classroom, see our Software Comparison: SPARKvue vs. Capstone »
Connectivity Options
This product can connect directly to your computer or device with the following technologies. No Interface required. See the following guide for details regarding device compatibility: Wireless Bluetooth Product Compatibility »
Experiment Library
Perform the following experiments and more with the Specific Heat - Wireless.
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College • High School / Physics
In this activity you will use a temperature sensor to measure the temperature change of a volume of cool water when a hot piece of metal is placed in it. Your data will be used to determine the total amount of heat transferred...
