Practice question

**Gamma determination** γ = C_p/C_v, C_p - C_v = R, for monatomic f=3 C_v=3/2 R C_p=5/2 R γ=1.67, diatomic f=5 C_v=5/2 R C_p=7/2 R γ=1.4, adiabatic relation P V^γ = const allows γ determination from P-V measurements, slope of log P vs log V = -γ. A quasi-static process is infinitely slow, ensuring the system remains in thermal and mechanical equilibrium with its surroundings at every stage. This allows well-defined state variables (e.g., P , T ) and is an idealized condition for reversible processes. Using first law ΔU = Q - W, W = ∫ P dV, isobaric W = P ΔV, isothermal W