Answer to Question #270810 in Molecular Physics | Thermodynamics for Jes

Question

Three different gases, namely; He, N2 and CO2 were placed in separate containers.

16. Which of the following is the closest value of Cv for the He gas?

Answer 1

The CO₂ is the one with closer Cv to H₂. N₂ has a lower Cv since it has triple bonds in its structure that makes it require much heat to beak therefore, a low calorific value. Accordingly, CO₂ will have the second highest Cv in the group.