[Thermodynamics] Relative fractional error, Ideal-gas-scale, Celsius scale

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The discussion focuses on deriving the fractional error in thermodynamics, specifically relating to the ideal gas scale and Celsius scale. The user attempts to derive the relationship between temperature (θ) and the variable (r) using calculus, ultimately expressing the fractional error as dθ/θ = dr/(1 - r). Confusion arises regarding the distinction between θ_i in Celsius and T_i in Kelvin, as well as the correct application of derivatives in the context of the equations provided. The user seeks clarification on these points to resolve discrepancies in their calculations.

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OK, so I tried to derive θ in respect to r as in θ(r):

\frac{d\theta}{dr} = \frac{-100}{(r - 1)^2}

Then, I multiplied both sides of the equation by 'dr',

d\theta = \frac{-100}{(r - 1)^2}dr

Then I divided both sides of the equation by θ in order to find the fractional error but it doesn't match with the equation on the picture:

\frac{d\theta}{\theta} = \frac{dr}{(1 - r)}I'm lost.

Anyone?
 
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I assume θ_i = T_i? Or is there a difference?

Is θ_i in Celsius and T_i in Kelvin?

So I tried to derive θ_i in respect to r_s as in θ_i(r_s):

\frac{d\theta_i}{dr_s} = \frac{-100}{(r_s - 1)^2}

Then, I multiplied both sides of the equation by 'dr_s',

d\theta_i = \frac{-100}{(r_s - 1)^2}dr_s

Then I divided both sides of the equation by θ in order to find the fractional error but it doesn't match with the equation on the picture:

\frac{d\theta_i}{\theta_i} = \frac{dr_s}{(1 - r_s)}But the result should be something like:

\frac{d\theta_i}{\theta_i} = 3,73\frac{dr_s}{r_s}
 
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sorry, ignore this post.
 

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