The discussion centers on deriving the thermodynamic equation Cp - Cv = T(dP/dT)v * (dV/dT)p. Participants emphasize the need to clarify the variables involved, including Cp (heat capacity at constant pressure), Cv (heat capacity at constant volume), T (temperature), P (pressure), and V (volume). The conversation highlights the importance of understanding the relationships between these variables and the fundamental equations of thermodynamics, particularly in the context of an assignment given by a lecturer.
PREREQUISITESStudents of thermodynamics, particularly those tackling assignments or exams involving the derivation of thermodynamic equations, as well as educators seeking to clarify these concepts for their students.
That is the problem. My lecturer asked me to derive the equation given without any details.mal4mac said:You need to say what all those variables represent, and what equation(s) you have from which you wish to derive this one. What is the actual full question you are trying to answer?
More like it but it is an assignment for us. My lecturer just gave us that equation and asked to derive the equation without any details.Chestermiller said:This sounds like a homework problem. Is it?
mal4mac said:You need to say what all those variables represent, and what equation(s) you have from which you wish to derive this one. What is the actual full question you are trying to answer?