Block Calorimeter Bundle

This can be used for the experimental determination of the specific heat capacity of various metals. Cylindrical blocks, all of mass 1kg adjusted to an accuracy of +2%.
Includes four block calorimeters:

1 x Copper
1 x Mild Steel
1 x Aluminium
1 x Brass

Each block is drilled with two holes: a large central hole, 12.5mm diameter (75mm deep) for an Immersion Heater (B8A42584), and a smaller hole, 7.5mm diameter (72mm deep) to suit a thermometer or temperature sensor.
Each Calorimeter is also available to purchase separately.
Associated Products:

Calorimeter Jackets – B8R07701: 50mm, B8R07701: 75mm
Immersion Heater – B8A42584
Thermometers – B8R01905
Learning Outcomes
Key Stage 3 Physics – Energy: Comparing amounts of energy transferred (J, kJ, kW hour)
Key Stage 4 Physics – Structure of Matter: Calculating energy changes involved on heating, using specific heat capacity; and those involved in changes of state, using specific latent heat.
Key Stage 4 Physics – Energy: Energy changes in a system involving heating, doing work using forces, or doing work using an electric current: calculating the stored energies and energy changes involved.  Power as the rate of transfer of energy.
Top Tips
A few drops of water should be added to the Calorimeter thermometer hole to ensure good contact between the thermometer.