Some molecules are able to absorb large amounts of energy in the form of internal vibrations and rotations. Materials composed of such molecules have

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Molecules that absorb large amounts of energy in the form of internal vibrations and rotations have high specific heat capacities. This is because they require a large amount of energy to raise their temperature, as much of the energy is absorbed by the internal vibrations and rotations instead of contributing to an increase in temperature.

Some Molecules Are Able to Absorb Large Amounts of Energy