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Heat given to a body which raises its temperature by `1^(@)C` is

A

water equivalent

B

thermal capacity

C

specific heat

D

temperature gradient

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The correct Answer is:
B
Heat required to raise the temperature of a body by `1^(@)C` is called thermal o heat capacity.
`therefore` Correct choice is (b).
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