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sensible heat
In thermodynamics, this term refers specifically to heat that results in a measurable temperature increase or decrease. It is distinguished from latent heat, which occurs during a phase change (such as melting or boiling) where the temperature remains constant despite the addition or removal of energy.
Because this is a technical scientific term, it is used almost exclusively in physics, engineering, and meteorology. In these contexts, it describes the energy transfer that can be "sensed" or measured by a thermometer, contrasting with the "hidden" nature of latent heat.
Meanings
Examples
Sensible heat is the energy that increases the temperature of a substance.
The thermometer shows the increase in sensible heat as the water warms up.
Wait, so sensible heat doesn't change the state of the matter, right?
The heating system adds sensible heat to the air to raise the room temperature.
I need to calculate the amount of sensible heat required to warm this metal block.
Unlike latent heat, sensible heat results in a measurable temperature change.
The air conditioner removes both sensible heat and latent heat from the room.
The specific heat capacity determines how much sensible heat a material can hold.