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Question 21 • GCHS Physical Science B - SC1114

Compared to water, most metals have low specific heats.

Answer
A
T
B
F

Explanation

Specific heat is the energy needed to raise the temperature of a unit mass of a substance by one degree. Water’s specific heat is relatively high—about 4.18 J/(g·°C)—while most metals have lower values, so the statement is true. The correct choice is T.

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