Specific heat of combustion? help

In summary, the conversation is discussing an experiment on determining the effect of a specific property of hydrocarbons on the specific heat of combustion. The properties of the substance being used and how they can be found in a handbook are being discussed.
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specific heat of combustion?? help

Homework Statement


Chemical Properties of gasoline components
Using C5 to C10 hydrocarbons, conduct an experiment to determine the effect of one property of the hydrocarbon on the specific heat of combustion.


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The Attempt at a Solution


The problem is that I don't understand what this question is asking for. My teacher said the experiment is not needed... but how do I "determine the effect of one property of the hydrocarbon on the specific heat of combustion."... Any hints or suggestions are greatly appreciated.
 
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Can you name a few properties of substance?
 
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It's able to bond with other carbons
 
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No, that's not what you need.

Imagine you have some liquid sustance. What physical properties of such substance will be listed in the handbook?
 

Related to Specific heat of combustion? help

What is specific heat of combustion?

The specific heat of combustion is the amount of heat energy required to raise the temperature of one gram of a substance by one degree Celsius during a combustion reaction.

Why is specific heat of combustion important?

Specific heat of combustion is important because it helps us understand the energy content of different substances and how much heat energy can be released during a combustion reaction. This information is useful in various fields such as chemistry, engineering, and environmental science.

How is specific heat of combustion calculated?

The specific heat of combustion is calculated by dividing the heat energy released during a combustion reaction by the mass of the substance and the change in temperature. This can be represented by the formula: specific heat of combustion = heat energy released / (mass x change in temperature).

What factors can affect the specific heat of combustion?

The specific heat of combustion can be affected by several factors such as the chemical composition of the substance, the presence of impurities, and the amount of oxygen available for the combustion reaction. It can also vary depending on the state of the substance (solid, liquid, or gas).

How can specific heat of combustion be used in real life applications?

The specific heat of combustion has various real-life applications such as determining the energy content of fuels, calculating the efficiency of engines, and estimating the amount of heat released during a fire. It is also used in designing energy-efficient buildings and in the production of electricity through combustion of fuels.

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