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CAPE Physics Unit 1 · 2004 · Paper 2 · Question 8(a)(ii)

Explain the terms 'specific heat capacity' and 'specific latent heat' of fusion of a material.

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  1. 8(a)(i)State and explain the processes by which a hot body can lose heat to the surroundings.[8 marks]
  2. 8(b)Calculate the time it will take for the beaker and its contents to be heated through 20°C.[7 marks]
  3. 8(c)(i)Calculate the specific latent heat of fusion of the material.[5 marks]
  4. 8(c)(ii)Calculate the specific heat capacity of the material in the liquid phase.[1 mark]

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