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Mechanical Properties of Fluids
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Does the relation Cp – Cv= R hold good for solids or liquids?

Answer

No, for solids or liquids Cp– Cv< R.
This is because the change in volume of solids or liquids is very small as compared to gases. Therefore, work done against pressure for solids/liquids is very small as compared to gases. 

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