Water Equivalent in Thermodynamics Formulas

Water equivalent is a term used in calorimetry to describe the amount of water that would absorb or release the same amount of heat as a given substance for the same change in temperature. And is denoted by W_e. Water Equivalent is usually measured using the Kilogram for Weight. Note that the value of Water Equivalent is always positive.

Formulas to find Water Equivalent in Thermodynamics

fxWater EquivalentGo

List of variables in Thermodynamics formulas

fx Mass of Water Go

fx Specific Heat Go

FAQ

What is the Water Equivalent?

Water equivalent is a term used in calorimetry to describe the amount of water that would absorb or release the same amount of heat as a given substance for the same change in temperature. Water Equivalent is usually measured using the Kilogram for Weight. Note that the value of Water Equivalent is always positive.

Can the Water Equivalent be negative?

No, the Water Equivalent, measured in Weight cannot be negative.

What unit is used to measure Water Equivalent?

Water Equivalent is usually measured using the Kilogram[kg] for Weight. Gram[kg], Milligram[kg], Ton (Metric)[kg] are the few other units in which Water Equivalent can be measured.

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