You have a choice of three metals A, B and C, of specific heat capacities

You have a choice of three metals A, B and C, of specific heat capacities 900 Jkg^{- 1o}C^-1, 380 Jkg^-1oC^-1 and 460 Jkg^-1oC^-1 respectively, to make a calorimeter. Which material will you select? Justify your answer.

Answer

Metal B is the best option to make a calorimeter.

B has the lowest specific heat capacity; hence it will absorb the least amount of heat.