Kat is investigating a compound and sees that it has even stronger hydrogen bonds than water. What can Kat conclude is most likely true about the specific heat of this compound? (2 points)

Question

Group of answer choices

It is higher than the specific heat of water.

It is equal to the specific heat of water.

It is slightly lower than the specific heat of water.

It is half as much as the specific heat of water.

Answer 1

Kat can conclude that the specific heat of this compound is likely higher than the specific heat of water.

This conclusion is based on the strength of hydrogen bonds. Because the compound has stronger hydrogen bonds than water, it would require more energy to break those bonds during temperature changes, leading to a higher specific heat. Therefore, the correct answer is:

It is higher than the specific heat of water.