What type of heat is measurable by a change in temperature?

Sensible heat is the type of heat that can be measured by a change in temperature. This concept refers to the energy absorbed or released by a substance, resulting in a temperature change, without changing its phase. For example, when you heat water, the temperature increases; this increase is a direct indication of sensible heat being added to the water.

In contrast, latent heat pertains to the heat absorbed or released during phase changes, such as melting or boiling, without a change in temperature during the process. Therefore, it does not fit the criteria of being measurable by a change in temperature.

Convection heat is the transfer of heat through the movement of fluids (liquids or gases) and does not directly relate to a measurable temperature change in the way that sensible heat does. Radiant heat, on the other hand, involves the transfer of energy through electromagnetic waves, such as infrared radiation, and again is not measured by a change in temperature itself.

Understanding the distinction between these types of heat is crucial in fields like building maintenance, where managing temperature and understanding energy transfer are fundamental to maintaining comfort and efficiency in buildings.