Empirical formula for specific heat of solids based on atomic constants and a universal subzero limiting temperature

We present a novel empirical approach to understand the specific heat capacities of solids by introducing a characteristic subzero reference temperature derived from fundamental atomic constants. Using the total energy of the electron associated with the Bohr radius and the proton- electron mass ratio, we define a universal lower temperature limit as 3.87862×10⁻¹⁴ K. Based on this temperature and a room temperature of 300 K, we propose a simple empirical relation for specific heat capacity expressed in terms of atomic mass number A: C = 25416.852/A J/kg.K. The formula accurately predicts experimental specific heat capacities across various elemental solids, providing a fundamental link between atomic-scale constants and macroscopic thermodynamic behaviour. Considering ‘grams to kilograms’ and ‘moles to kilomoles’ and with reference to Dulong-Petit law, it can be expressed as, C = [3 x 1000 x R]/A. It needs further study.

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Springer Link (Chiba Institute of Technology)
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2026-01-07
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https://doi.org/10.1051/epjconf/202634501029/pdf
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Chemical Thermodynamics and Molecular Structure
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Empirical formula for specific heat of solids based on atomic constants and a universal subzero limiting temperature

Lakshminarayana S, Gunavardhana Naudu T, Seshavatharam U V S
Springer Link (Chiba Institute of Technology)
Chemical Thermodynamics and Molecular Structure
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Empirical formula for specific heat of solids based on atomic constants and a universal subzero limiting temperature

Lakshminarayana S, Gunavardhana Naudu T, Seshavatharam U V S
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We present a novel empirical approach to understand the specific heat capacities of solids by introducing a characteristic subzero reference temperature derived from fundamental atomic constants. Using the total energy of the electron associated with the Bohr radius and the proton- electron mass ratio, we define a universal lower temperature limit as 3.87862×10⁻¹⁴ K. Based on this temperature and a room temperature of 300 K, we propose a simple empirical relation for specific heat capacity expressed in terms of atomic mass number A: C = 25416.852/A J/kg.K. The formula accurately predicts experimental specific heat capacities across various elemental solids, providing a fundamental link between atomic-scale constants and macroscopic thermodynamic behaviour. Considering ‘grams to kilograms’ and ‘moles to kilomoles’ and with reference to Dulong-Petit law, it can be expressed as, C = [3 x 1000 x R]/A. It needs further study.

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