where p is gas pressure, V is volume, is the number of moles, R is the universal gas constant (= 8.3144 j/(oK mole)), and T is the absolute temperature. The first law of thermodynamics, the conservation of energy, may be written in differential form as. dq = du + p dV.
Definition of DIAMOND for Kids. 1. : a very hard mineral that is a form of carbon, is usually nearly colorless, and is used especially in jewelry. 2. : a flat figure {loz} like one of the surfaces of certain cut diamonds.
or baguet. 1. Jewelry. a rectangular shape given to a small gem, especially a diamond, by cutting and polishing. a gem having this shape. 2. Architecture. a small convex molding, especially one of semicircular section.