Define heat in terms of K.E. Give its SI unit.
The total sum of kinetic energy contained by the molecules of the body is called the heat energy of that body.
Its SI unit is Joule.
Derive heat equation.
When any hot body is cooled, it gives out heat, and its temperature falls. Also, when any cool body is heated, it absorbs heat, and its temperature rises. It has been proved that heat gained or lost is directly proportional to:
Combining 1 and 2, we get:
Q ∝ mdt
or, Q = msdt where s is constant called specific heat capacity of the body.
Therefore, Q = msdt is the heat equation.