Define specific heat capacity.

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Specific heat capacity (or simply "specific heat") is defined as the amount of heat required to raise the temperature of one gram of a substance by one degree Celsius. It is typically measured in units of Joules per gram per degree Celsius (J/g°C). Option A refers to molar heat capacity, Option B refers to heat capacity, Option D is incorrect because it uses Fahrenheit instead of Celsius, and Option E is incorrect because it uses liters instead of grams.

Define Specific Heat Capacity