Specific Heat of Metals
PHY 200 & 230
Based on Loyd #23. However, there are different setups/handouts for each professor so check with them before the setup. In this experiment, a cube of an unknown metal will be heated to a known temperature. It will then be placed in a calorimeter containing water. Using the measurements of water before and after the addition of the heated metal block, students will determine the specific heat of the unknown metal.
Equipment
| Name | Location | Quantity |
| Calorimeter - Lid, Plastic | JE-105A-S28 | 1 per table |
| Calorimeter - Outer Can | JE-105A-S34 | 1 per table |
| Calorimters - Rings | JE-105A-S34 | 1 per table |
| Calorimeter | JE-105A-S34,35 | 1 per table |
| Hot Plates | JE-105A-S40 | 1 per table |
| Rods, Stirring | JE-105A-S78 | 1 per table |
| Thermometer, Digital, Traceable - 389 | JE-105A-D77 | 1 per table |
| Density Sample, Metal Block | JE-105A-D74 | 1 per table |
Notes
Use the regular calorimeter and inside can. Do not use the stainless steel cans. For metal cubes, do not use lead (has low melting point). The paper clip will be used as a lifting tool. Ensure the paper clip can be bent without breaking.
Make sure that the room has plenty of paper.
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