Why is copper favored over other metals for calorimeter construction?

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Calorimeter:
A calorimeter is a device that allows us to take the necessary heat measurements for calorimetry.
It is used to determine a body's thermal changes.
Copper favored for calorimeter construction
It has a low specific heat capacity.
It requires a small amount of heat from its contents to reach the desired temperature.

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