Question

The specific heat capacity of a body depends on

(a) the heat given
(b) the temperature raised
(c) the mass of the body
(d) the material of the body

Answer 1

(d) the material of the body

Heat capacity of a body is due to their material properties. Due to different molecular structures, different bodies have a different capacity to absorb heat. Therefore, specific heat of a body depends on the material of the body.