Gibbs Free Energy -- Connection between V, P, N & T

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The discussion focuses on deriving expressions related to Gibbs free energy, specifically entropy, the equation of state, and internal energy. The participant correctly identifies that entropy can be derived using the relation S = - (dG/dT)p. For the equation of state, they reference the ideal gas law PV = NKT and confirm that V can be obtained from the differential relationship V = (dG/dP). The participant concludes with the correct value for volume, V = kTN/P, affirming their understanding of the concepts involved. This discussion highlights the connections between thermodynamic properties and their mathematical relationships.
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Homework Statement


For a Particular system the following expression for Gibbs free energy is known:

G = -kTN ln (a T^(5/2) / P)

where a is a constant (whose dimensions make the argument of the logarithm dimensionless). Obtain expressions for

a) The entropy, S
b) The connection between V, P, N and T (Called the equation of state)
c) The Internal energy U

Homework Equations


a) For entropy it is known that S = - (dG/dT)p where p denotes constant pressure, I understand that this gives a derivative and I believe I have this section correct.

b) Main confusion comes from where to begin but would assume it is is PV=NKT equation.

c) calculating internal energy. It is known that G = U -TS + PV

The Attempt at a Solution


Nothing besides the problem statement was provided in the question and my main issue is with calculating part b.
As far as I am aware there are many equations of state, but have read here that V= (dG/dP) due to the relationship dG = -SdT + VdP.
Does this differential for V supply me with the correct answer?

I realize it seems that I may have answered my own question, however I just wish to be certain as its a university exam question with little guidance in our supplied texts.
 
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Well, what is the value of V you get from V = \frac{dG}{dP}?
 
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I ended up getting a Value of V = kTN/P
 
cake-jake1 said:
I ended up getting a Value of V = kTN/P

And that's exactly right.
 
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