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1 pairsJoule per Kilogram-Kelvin ↔ Calorie per Gram-Kelvin
J/kg·K ↔ cal/g·K
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Specific heat measures the energy required to raise the temperature of a substance by one degree.
Joule per kilogram-Kelvin is the SI derived unit, while calorie per gram-Kelvin remains common in chemistry.
- Physical quantity
- Specific heat
- SI unit
- Joule per kilogram-Kelvin
- Typical use
- Material science and thermodynamics
What is specific heat?
Specific heat is the amount of energy needed to raise one unit of mass by one degree of temperature.
It is used in material science, thermodynamics and heating/cooling system design.
Units
| Unit | Symbol | Information |
|---|---|---|
| Joule per Kilogram-Kelvin | J/kg·K | View unit guide |
| Calorie per Gram-Kelvin | cal/g·K | View unit guide |
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The definitions and conversion relationships on this page are aligned with standard metrology and SI reference material.