State three differences between the heat capacity and specific heat capacity.
State three differences between the heat capacity and specific heat capacity.

Solution:

Heat Capacity

(a) The quantity of heat energy necessary to elevate the temperature of the entire body by 10 degrees Celsius is known as heat capacity.
(b) It is determined by the body’s substance and bulk. The greater the body’s bulk, the greater its heat capacity.

(c) S.I. unit is J K-1

Specific Heat Capacity

(a) The quantity of heat energy required to increase the temperature of a unit mass of the body by 10 degrees Celsius is known as specific heat capacity.
(b) It is independent of the body’s bulk.

(c) S.I. unit is J kg-1 K-1