Deriving Relationships for C_P - C_V & C_F - C_L in Stretched Wires

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The discussion focuses on deriving relationships for specific heat capacities and mechanical properties of stretched wires under constant force. The key findings include the expression for the difference between specific heats, C_{p} - C_{v}, derived as C_{p} - C_{v} = T\beta^{2}KV, where β represents volume expansivity and K is the bulk modulus. The user seeks assistance in modifying the TdS equations for a stretched wire and deriving relationships for C_{F} - C_{L} in terms of temperature, volume, and Young's modulus.

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  • Understanding of thermodynamic equations, specifically TdS equations.
  • Familiarity with concepts of specific heat capacities, C_{p} and C_{v}.
  • Knowledge of mechanical properties including Young's modulus and bulk modulus.
  • Basic principles of thermal expansion, including the coefficient of linear expansion.
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Homework Statement



I have been stuck on the following question for a while now, particularly part B and C, and I'd like some help with it please. I've completed part A already. The Question:

(A) Combine the following TdS equations:

TdS = C_{v} dT + T\left(\frac{\partial P}{\partial T}\right)_{v}dV
TdS = C_{P} dT - T\left(\frac{\partial V}{\partial T}\right)_{p}dP

to derive a relationship for C_{p} - C_{v} as a function of volume, pressure and temperature (V, P and T, respectively) using the cyclic rule.

(B) Derive modifications to the two TdS equations, mention in part A, for application to a stretched wire under constant force (for example, supported by a weight). The force on the wire can be considered solely as a function of length, L, and temperature, T. Derive the modified equations in terms of the coefficient of linear expansion with temperature and Young's modulus.

(C) Derive a relationship for C_{F} - C_{L} for a stretched wire under constant force (for example, supported by a weight). The force on the wire, F, can be considered solely as a function of the length, L, and temperature, T. Derive this relationship in terms of the coefficient of linear expansion, Young's modulus, volume and temperature. You may use the relationship that you derived in part (A).


Homework Equations


(1) Volume expansivity: \beta = \frac{1}{V}\left(\frac{\partial V}{\partial T}\right)_{p}
(2) Bulk modulus: K = - V\left(\frac{\partial P}{\partial V}\right)_{T}
(3) Young's modulus: Y = \frac{L}{A}\left(\frac{\partial F}{\partial L}\right)_{T}
(4) Coefficient of Linear Expansion: \alpha = \frac{1}{L}\left(\frac{\partial L}{\partial T}\right)_{F}

The Attempt at a Solution



I've completed part A of the question and got the following expression using the cyclic rule:

C_{p} - C_{v} = - T\left(\frac{\partial V}{\partial T}\right)^{2}_{P}\left(\frac{\partial P}{\partial V}\right)_{T}

I know that the above expression for C_{p} - C_{v} can be written as;

C_{p} - C_{v} = T\beta^{2}KV

where β and K are the volume expansivity and the bulk modulus, respectively and \beta\approx 3\alpha.

However, I really don't know where to start with part B.

Could someone please help me with part B and C of this question? If I knew how to do part B I think I'd be able to derive a relation for part C.

I would really appreciate any help. Thank You!
 
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