How it's calculated
Q = m × c × ΔT
Q = heat energy (J), m = mass (g), c = specific heat capacity (J/g°C), ΔT = temperature change (°C). Any one unknown is solved from the other three.
Common questions
What does specific heat mean?
It is the energy needed to raise one unit of mass of a substance by one degree. Water has a high specific heat, so it warms slowly.
Can I solve for the temperature change?
Yes. Enter the heat, mass, and specific heat, and the calculator returns the resulting change in temperature.