Conceptual Physics: The High School Physics Program
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Author: Paul G. Hewitt
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Chapter 21, Problem 37A
To determine
The information revealed by the given situation.
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Answer to Problem 37A
The specific heat of sand is less than water.
Explanation of Solution
Introduction:
Specific heat: The required amount of heat to burn 1 gm of substance at 1°C.
Heat involved and specific heat are related as,
The sand is hot in day time and cold in night time because the specific heat of sand is less than water so it can’t hold heat for longer time.
Conclusion:
Therefore, the specific heat of sand is less than water.
Chapter 21 Solutions
Conceptual Physics: The High School Physics Program
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