The temperature change of an ideal gas, Joule Kelvin expansion (const. enthelpy)

In summary, the conversation discusses deriving expressions for the temperature change at constant enthalpy and for an ideal gas. It is concluded that for an ideal gas, the Joule-Kelvin coefficient is zero and there is no change in temperature.
  • #1
Gregg
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Homework Statement



This is the last part of the question. So far have been made to derive:

## \mu _{\text{JK}}=\left(\frac{\partial T}{\partial P}\right)_H=-\frac{1}{C_P}\left(\frac{\partial H}{\partial P}\right)_T ##

Then

##\left(\frac{\partial H}{\partial P}\right)_T=V - T \left(\frac{\partial V}{\partial T}\right)_P ##

It says you need to derive an expression for the temperature change as an integral over pressure.

The Attempt at a Solution



##dT=\left(\frac{\partial T}{\partial P}\right)_HdP+\left(\frac{\partial T}{\partial H}\right)_PdH ##

At constant enthalpy ## dH = 0 ##.

## dT=\left(\frac{\partial T}{\partial P}\right)_HdP\text{=}-\frac{1}{C_P}\left(V-T\left(\frac{\partial V}{\partial T}\right)_P\right) ##

So I think the change in temperature will be:

## \text{$\Delta $T} =-\frac{1}{C_P} \int_{P_1}^{P_2} \left(V-T\left(\frac{\partial V}{\partial T}\right)_P\right) \, dP ##

Then it says derive an expression for the temperature change for an ideal gas.

## p V = n R T ##

## V = \frac{ n R T}{P} ##

## T\left(\frac{\partial V}{\partial T}\right)_P = \frac{ n R T}{p} ##

So it would seem the integral vanishes, and ## \Delta T = 0##

I don't think this is right.
 
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Gregg said:

Homework Statement



I don't think this is right.

Oh, but it is. The Joule-Kelvin coefficient μJK for an ideal gas is identically zero.
 

1. What is the Joule Kelvin expansion of an ideal gas?

The Joule Kelvin expansion is a thermodynamic process in which an ideal gas expands at constant enthalpy, meaning that there is no heat exchange with the surroundings. This results in a decrease in temperature and an increase in volume of the gas.

2. How does the temperature change during a Joule Kelvin expansion?

During a Joule Kelvin expansion, the temperature of the gas decreases because the gas is doing work on its surroundings without any heat being added. This leads to a decrease in the internal energy of the gas, which is directly related to its temperature.

3. What is the significance of constant enthalpy in a Joule Kelvin expansion?

Constant enthalpy is important in a Joule Kelvin expansion because it allows for a clear understanding of the relationship between temperature and volume. By keeping the enthalpy constant, we can see that the decrease in temperature is directly proportional to the increase in volume.

4. How does the ideal gas law apply to a Joule Kelvin expansion?

The ideal gas law, which states that the pressure of a gas is directly proportional to its temperature and inversely proportional to its volume, applies to a Joule Kelvin expansion because these variables are changing in a predictable way. As the volume increases, the pressure decreases and the temperature decreases as well.

5. What other factors can affect the temperature change in a Joule Kelvin expansion?

Aside from the initial conditions of the gas (pressure, volume, and temperature), the temperature change in a Joule Kelvin expansion can also be affected by the type of gas being used and any external factors, such as external pressure or heat transfer, that may influence the process.

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