Mechanical Properties of Fluids

Question

Cp and Cv are specific heats at constant pressure and constant volume respectively. It is observed that
Cp – Cv = a for hydrogen gas
Cp – Cv = b for nitrogen gas
The correct relationship between a and b is

  • a = 14 b

  • a = 28 b

  • a = 1/14b

  • a= b

Answer

A.

a = 14 b

CP – CV = R
where CP and CV are molar specific heat capacities
As per the question
a= R/2
b= R/28
a= 14b

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