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The ratio (Cp)/(Cv)=gamma for a gas. Its...

The ratio `(C_p)/(C_v)=gamma` for a gas. Its molecular weight is M. Its specific heat capacity at constant pressure is

A

`R/(gamma - 1)`

B

`(gamma R)/(gamma - 1)`

C

`(gamma R)/(M(gamma - 1))`

D

`(gamma" RM")/((gamma - 1))`

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The correct Answer is:
C
`"Specific heat " = ("molar heat capacity")/("molecularv eight") rarr S_p C_p/M = (gamma R)/(M (gamma - 1))`
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