Physical meaning of K
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K=CP/CV, which is the ratio of specific heat at constant pressure to specific heat at constant volume. Please explain its physical meaning.
This post was last edited by qugd on 2017-3-4 at 10:42. It would be better if you consulted textbooks on physical chemistry or chemical engineering thermodynamics. It’s best to learn this basic concept by reading a specialized book. Also, write the formula more correctly, especially the subscripts – they should look like proper subscripts. To write the correct formula in this way, it should be K=CP/CV; otherwise, it may lead to misunderstandings.