How Do You Derive u=p/ρ₀c₀ and ρ=p/c₀² from 1D Wave Equations?

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The discussion revolves around deriving the equations u = p/ρ₀c₀ and ρ = p/c₀² from the 1D wave equations and the linearized continuity and momentum equations. Participants clarify the notation used for derivatives and confirm the correct form of the equations. There is a focus on manipulating the wave equations and continuity equations to reach the desired results. The conversation highlights the importance of understanding the relationships between pressure, density, and velocity in wave mechanics. Overall, the thread seeks to clarify the mathematical steps necessary for these derivations.
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Given
The 1D wave equations
p_{x}'' - (1/c_{0}^2)p_{t}'' = 0
u_{x}'' - (1/c_{0}^2)u_{t}'' = 0
ρ_{x}'' - (1/c_{0}^2)ρ_{t}'' = 0

and linearised continuity and momentum equations
ρ_{t}' = -ρ_{0}u_{x}', ρ_{0}u_{t}'=-p_{x}

how may one derive the following two equations?

u=p/ρ_{0}c_{0}, ρ=p/c_{0}^2

My notes jump from the first equation to the last two.

Thanks for any input.
 
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enc08 said:
ρ_{0}u_{t}'=-p_{x}
That should read
ρ_{0}u_{t}'=-p'_{x} yes?
I'll use the subscripts only, discarding the ', doubling the subscript for 2nd derivative.
Don't know whether this helps, but investigating uxt gives c02pxx = c02ρtt = ptt = ρxx.
 
Hi,

That's right, a single/double prime denotes a single/double derivative.

Could you suggest how to obtain u = p/\rho_{0}c_{0}?

Thanks.
 
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