THERMODYNAMICS/ Ratio of Specific Heat Experiment, EX-5531A
The complete solution for determining the ratio of specific heat capacities for air by measuring the period of oscillation of the piston in a cylinder filled with air.
WHAT’S INCLUDED
- 1x Heat Engine/Gas Law Apparatus
- 1x Large Rod Base
- 1x 45 cm Stainless Steel Rod
- 1x PASPORT Dual Pressure Sensor
- Description
Description
In this experiment, the ratio of specific heat capacities for air is determined using Ruchardt’s method of measuring the period of oscillation of the piston in a cylinder filled with air.
A cylinder is filled with air and a Pressure Sensor is attached. The piston is plucked by hand and allowed to oscillate. The oscillating pressure is recorded as a function of time and the period is determined. The ratio of specific heat capacities is calculated using the period of oscillation, according to Ruchardt’s method.
PASCO Advantage: Since the oscillations are plotted, it is easy to accurately measure the period of oscillation.
Concepts
- Cp/Cv for a gas
- Ruchardt’s method of measuring the ratio of specific heats
- Adiabatic process
