NCERT · Class 11 · Chemistry · Chemical ThermodynamicsFor an ideal gas, the relationship between molar heat capacities $Cp$ and $Cv$ is expressed as:
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Mayer's relation states that for an ideal gas, $C_p - C_v = R$, where $C_p$ is molar heat capacity at constant pressure and $C_v$ is at constant volume.
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Option : $C_p - C_v = R$ (Correct Answer)
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Option 1: $C_v - C_p = R$
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Option 2: $C_p + C_v = R$
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Option 3: $\frac{C_p}{C_v} = R$
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