Heat Capacity Table: Heat capacity by Mass
Reference table of heat capacity for Heat Capacity across a range of mass values — exact, engine-computed figures you can read off at a glance.
Heat Capacity Calculator
Verified formula Updated Jun 2026 Private — runs on your device
Verified formula
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Heat capacity
8,372.00
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How to use the Heat Capacity Calculator
The Heat Capacity Calculator works out your heat capacity in an instant. Enter mass and specific heat and the result updates as you type — it is free, needs no sign-up, and runs entirely in your browser so your figures stay private.
- Enter the mass.
- Enter the specific heat.
- Read off your heat capacity — the calculator updates automatically, with no button to press.
Formula
The Heat Capacity Calculator uses the formula:
Heat capacity = Mass × Specific heat
Worked example
For example, with mass of 2 kg and specific heat of 4,186 J/kg·°C, the heat capacity is 8,372.00.
| Mass | 2 kg |
|---|---|
| Specific heat | 4,186 J/kg·°C |
| Heat capacity | 8,372.00 |
|---|
Results are estimates for educational use, not professional advice.
Frequently asked questions
Multiply mass by specific heat. 2 kg of water at 4186 J/kg·°C has a heat capacity of 8372 J/°C.
It is the energy needed to raise an object's temperature by one degree.
Specific heat is per kilogram; heat capacity is for the whole object, so it includes the mass.
Water's high specific heat means it absorbs a lot of energy for a small temperature rise, useful for cooling and climate.
Enter the mass. Enter the specific heat. Read off your heat capacity — the calculator updates automatically, with no button to press.
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