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is generally obtained by using a strong insulating material surrounding the entire system.
Adiabatic process examples
The vertical flow of air in the atmosphere
When the interstellar gas cloud expands or contracts.
Turbine is an example of the adiabatic process as it uses the heat a source to produce work.
C p = C v + R 0 = γ( dV
V
)+ dP
P
Where the specific heat ɣ is given as:
Cp
γ≡ Cv
From calculus we have, d(lnx) = dx
x
0 = γd(lnV ) + d(lnP ) 0 = d(γlnV + lnP ) = d(lnP V γ )
P V γ = constant
Hence, the equation is true for an adiabatic process in an ideal gas.
Adiabatic index
The adiabatic index is also known as heat capacity ratio and is defined as the ratio of heat capacity at constant
pressure Cp to heat capacity at constant volume Cv. It is also known as the isentropic expansion factor and is
denoted by ɣ.
Cp cp
γ= Cv
= cv
Where,
C: heat capacity
c: specific heat capacity
Adiabatic index finds application reversible thermodynamic process involving ideal gases and speed of sound is
also dependent on the adiabatic index.