Heat Capacity (Q = mcΔT)

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Heat Capacity (Q = mcΔT)

Masskg
Specific heatJ/(kg·K)
ΔTK
Q = m·c·ΔT
209,300J
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What it calculates

The “Heat Capacity (Q = mcΔT)” calculator computes Q = m·c·ΔT in J from 3 parameters: mass (kg), specific heat (J/(kg·K)), δt (K).

A standard physics formula used in educational and engineering tasks.

Example calculation

With parameters Mass = 1 kg, Specific heat = 4,186 J/(kg·K), ΔT = 50 K the result is 209,300 J.

How to use

  1. Enter mass, specific heat and δt — each field above is adjustable with a slider.
  2. Q = m·c·ΔT (J) is calculated automatically as you type.
  3. Check the worked example below to see the formula applied to real numbers.
  4. Copy the result or bookmark this calculator.

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FAQ

How is Heat Capacity (Q = mcΔT) calculated?
The Heat Capacity (Q = mcΔT) calculator computes Q = m·c·ΔT (in J) from mass, specific heat, δt. Enter your values above and the exact formula is applied instantly; a worked example with real numbers is shown below.
Is the Heat Capacity (Q = mcΔT) calculator free?
Yes. It is completely free, needs no signup, runs entirely in your browser, and sends no data to any server.

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