Determine equation of state from entropy

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The discussion focuses on deriving the equation of state from the given entropy expression S=a(VNU)^(1/3). An initial attempt involved expressing dS in terms of dP and dT, but this approach did not yield results. The use of Maxwell relations was also explored, specifically the relation between partial derivatives of S and P. A suggestion was made to utilize the definition of temperature, leading to the equation 1/T = (∂S/∂U) = (a/3)(VT/U^2)^(1/3). The conversation emphasizes the challenges in finding a clear path to the equation of state from the entropy function.
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Homework Statement


The entropy is given as
S=a \left(VNU \right)^{\frac{1}{3}}
Find the equation of state.

2. The attempt at a solution
I've tried writing dS in terms of dP and dT then using the fact that dS is a perfect differential equate the partial derivatives of the terms. This got me nowhere. I also tried using Maxwell relations.
\left( \frac{\partial S}{\partial V} \right) _T = \left( \frac{\partial P}{\partial T} \right) _V

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Alex
 
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How about I use the definition of temperature?
\frac{1}{T} = \left( \frac{\partial S}{\partial U} \right) = \frac{a}{3} \left( \frac{VT}{U^2} \right)^{1/3}
 
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