Use the formula: ( c = frac{Q}{mDelta T} )
Identify (Q) as the heat added or removed
Identify (m) as the mass of the substance
Identify (Delta T) as the change in temperature
Calculate (Delta T = T_{text{final}} – T_{text{initial}})
Substitute the values into the formula
Solve for (c)
Use consistent units for heat, mass, and temperature change
Express specific heat in units such as J/(kg·°C) or J/(g·°C)