engineering chemistry MCQ #3373

The ratio of specific heats (Cp/Cv) for a diatomic gas is:

engineering chemistry MCQ #3373

  1. Question 1

    Q1. The ratio of specific heats (Cp/Cv) for a diatomic gas is:

    • A) 1.33
    • B) 1.4
    • C) 1.67
    • D) 1.29

    Answer: 1.4

    Explanation: For diatomic gases, Cp/Cv = 7/5 = 1.4, due to 5 degrees of freedom.