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For an ideal gas, what is the value of the Joule-Thomson coefficient?
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The Joule-Thomson coefficient (µ) is defined as the rate of change of temperature (T) with respect to pressure (P) at constant enthalpy (H): µ = (∂T/∂P)_H. Show more…
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