Calculating Time Constant Using Slope of ln(Temperature Dimensionless) vs. Time

In summary, the time constant can be calculated by finding the slope of ln(temperature dimensionless) vs. time on a graph and is equal to the negative inverse of the slope. It represents the speed at which a system reaches equilibrium and is measured in seconds (s). It cannot be used to predict the temperature at a specific time, and it remains constant regardless of changes in temperature.
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jrodmckis
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Given:

slope of the graph of ln(temperature dimensionless) vs. time

slope=-0.0416

-t/tau = ln(temperature dimensionless)

I don't know where to put the slope into the equations?

I know that the time constant is the tau.

Also have -1/tau equation.

I tried this:

-(1/0.0416) = 24.04 sec is this the time constant?
 
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nevermind i figured it out.

m=-1/tau

and the slope is given
 
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Moved from General Physics to homework forums.
 

1. How do you calculate the time constant using the slope of ln(temperature dimensionless) vs. time?

To calculate the time constant, you will need to plot ln(temperature dimensionless) vs. time on a graph. Then, find the slope of the line on the graph. The time constant is equal to the negative inverse of the slope.

2. What is the significance of the time constant in this calculation?

The time constant is a measure of how quickly a system reaches equilibrium. It represents the time it takes for the temperature to reach 63.2% of its final value in an exponential decay process.

3. Can the time constant be used to predict the temperature at any given time?

No, the time constant only represents the speed at which the temperature changes. It cannot be used to predict the temperature at a specific time, as it is dependent on the initial and final temperatures.

4. What is the unit of measurement for the time constant?

The unit of measurement for the time constant is typically in seconds (s). However, it can also be expressed in other units of time, such as minutes or hours, depending on the specific system being analyzed.

5. How is the time constant affected by changes in temperature?

The time constant is not affected by changes in temperature. It is a constant value that is determined by the system's properties and does not change with external factors such as temperature.

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