Identify Gas Based on Specific Heat Formula and Universal Gas Constant R

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To identify a gas using specific heat formulas and the universal gas constant R, the molar specific heats at constant volume (Cv) and constant pressure (Cp) are essential. The relationship between these values can help differentiate gases, as Cv and Cp vary for each gas. Without specific values for Cv and Cp, it becomes challenging to identify the gas accurately. The discussion suggests that looking up values in a table may be necessary if specific data is not provided. Accurate identification relies on having the correct constants for the gas in question.
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For some gas specific heats for constant pressure and constant volume are calculated. Universal gas constant is R. Find the formula the helps identify the gas. Include only constants and given information.

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Molar specific heat at constant volume is ##Q=C_vnRT## and for constant pressure is ##Q=C_pnRT##. Is there anything i can use to find that which can help me identify the gas? And what that might be?
 
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Cv and Cp are different for different gases. Do you have specific values? Otherwise I don't see how to proceed apart from "look it up in a table and hope to identify the gas".
 
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