Entropy Change & Heat Transferred to a Gas

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The discussion revolves around the calculation of heat transferred to a gas and the associated entropy change. The user derived an expression for Q as mc*ln(T2/T1)*a but noted a discrepancy with the expected solution, Q=a*ln(T1/T2). Participants pointed out potential errors in the user's methodology, emphasizing that the dimensions of the derived answer are incorrect and that the problem statement is crucial for accurate analysis. Clarification on the exact wording of the problem is requested to identify specific mistakes. The conversation highlights the importance of dimensional consistency and clear problem definitions in thermodynamic calculations.
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Homework Statement
One mole of a perfect gas undergoes a thermodynamic process so that its temperature changes from T₁ to T₂. Its entropy is related to temperature as S= a/T, where a is constant. Calculate the quantity of heat (deltaQ) transferred to the gas.
Relevant Equations
∫ (delta Q rev)/T=∫dS
By using the given relationship that S=a/T --(1) along with the equation ∫ (delta Q rev)/T=∫dS -- (2) I found out that my answer for the value of Q is mc*ln (T2/T1)*a upon equating (1) & (2).

But the solution is instead given as Q=a*ln*(T1/T2).

I would be grateful if someone would point out any errors in my methodology/understanding and guide towards rectification of the same.
 
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Show your working if you want us to see where you went wrong. The question doesn't mention m and c, and you should see at once that your answer is dimensionally wrong.
 
Can you please provide the exact word-for-word statement of the problem. There is already a mistake in the statement you have written.
 
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