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Calorimetry (q = mcΔT) Calculator

Heat absorbed or released by a substance.

Compute the heat absorbed or released by a substance using q = m · c · ΔT, given the mass, the specific heat capacity, and the temperature change.

Dr. Helena Ortiz By Dr. Helena Ortiz
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g
J/(g·°C)
°C

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Formula

q = m · c · ΔT

In depth

Compute the heat absorbed or released by a substance using q = m · c · ΔT, given the mass, the specific heat capacity, and the temperature change.