isentropic

[ ahy-suhn-trop-ik, -troh-pik, ahy-zuhn- ]

adjective

, Thermodynamics.

1. having a constant entropy.
2. of or relating to an isentrope.

isentropic

/ ˌaɪsɛnˈtrɒpɪk /

adjective

1. having or taking place at constant entropy

Word History and Origins

Origin of isentropic¹

First recorded in 1870–75; is- + entropic ( def )

Example Sentences

Isentropic curves, which lie on the right and on the left of this group, will show a point of condensation at a lower pressure.

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In the same way the critical point of the isentropic curves comes nearer to that of the isothermals.

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If k/(k - 1) < ∫′ (Tc/T), the isentropic curve rises more steeply than the border-curve.

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But in this case all isentropic curves, if sufficiently prolonged, will enter the heterogeneous region.

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Following the isentropic curve the value of T/pdp/dT is equal to k/(k - 1).

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