Find Cv as a function of V & T (or P & T) given G(P,T)?

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The discussion focuses on deriving the specific heat capacity at constant volume, C_v, from the given Gibbs free energy function G(P,T) = -aT²/P. The user attempts to relate C_v to entropy changes using the equation C_v dT = TdS, and recognizes the need for additional thermodynamic relationships, specifically involving internal energy (U) and enthalpy (H). The conversation emphasizes that to find C_v, one must first determine U, which can be derived from H and the pressure-volume work (PV) relationship.

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Homework Statement


The function G is given in the question: G(P,T) = \frac{-aT^2} {P},
where a is a positive constant.

Homework Equations


dG = Vdp - SdT,
and probably S(V,T) = (\frac{\partial S}{\partial T})_V dT + (\frac{\partial S}{\partial V})_T dV

The Attempt at a Solution


C_v dT = TdS,
∴​
(\frac{\partial S}{\partial T})_vdT = \frac {C_v}{T}
.. and that's about as far as I got.

I could find C_p by taking a partial derivative of G with respect to T and get (\frac{\partial S}{\partial T})_pdT = \frac {C_p}{T}
, which turned into something like \frac{-2aT}{P} but I don't know how I would find C_v without being given a starting function of V and T like Helmholt's energy. Because I'm looking for C_v I'm 90% sure that the function will be a function of V & T, not P & T.

Pls help thx
 
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In order to get Cv, you are going to have to get U. U can be obtained from knowledge of H and PV. Do you know how to get H if you know G(P,T)? Do you know how to get V if you know G(P,T)?

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