Question:

The dimensional formula of latent heat is:

Updated On: Mar 22, 2025
  • [M0LT2][M^0 L T^{-2}]
  • [MLT2][M L T^{-2}]
  • [M0L2T2][M^0 L^2 T^{-2}]
  • [ML2T2][M L^2 T^{-2}]
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The Correct Option is C

Solution and Explanation

Latent heat is the energy absorbed or released during a phase change per unit mass. Hence, it is specific energy:

Latent Heat=EnergyMass. \text{Latent Heat} = \frac{\text{Energy}}{\text{Mass}}.

The dimensional formula of energy is:

Energy=[ML2T2]. \text{Energy} = [ML^2T^{-2}].

Divide by mass:

Latent Heat=[ML2T2][M]=[M0L2T2]. \text{Latent Heat} = \frac{[ML^2T^{-2}]}{[M]} = [M^0L^2T^{-2}].

Final Answer: [M0L2T2][M^0L^2T^{-2}].

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