Gibbs Free Energy Correction Term

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The discussion centers on the Gibbs free energy correction term, specifically the term ##(T-T_0)dS##, and its implications for the equation ##dG=0## at constant temperature and pressure. Participants explore the theoretical underpinnings and practical implications of this correction term, questioning its validity and seeking clarification on its origin.

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Main Points Raised

  • One participant presents the equation for Gibbs free energy and questions why ##dG=0## is not universally applicable at constant temperature and pressure, introducing the correction term ##(T-T_0)dS##.
  • Another participant reiterates the equation ##dG=Vdp-SdT=0## under conditions of constant pressure and temperature, seeking counterexamples to the original question.
  • A different participant expresses confusion regarding the correction term and suggests that it may relate to "irreversible work," as mentioned by the lecturer.
  • Another participant emphasizes that Gibbs free energy is a state function, implying that its changes should not depend on the process taken between states.
  • There is a call for clarification on the origin of the correction term, with one participant indicating they will seek further information from their professor.

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Participants do not reach a consensus on the validity or implications of the correction term. There are competing views regarding the nature of Gibbs free energy changes and the relevance of the proposed correction term.

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Some participants note that the change in Gibbs free energy is independent of the path taken, whether reversible or irreversible, which may conflict with the introduction of the correction term.

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##dG## has correction term ##T-T_0##, can't find information on it.
By definition, we have that ##G=H-TS##, which means that ##dG=dU+PdV+VdP-TdS-SdT##, and at constant temperature and pressure, ##dG=dU+PdV-TdS##. As ##dU=TdS-PdV##, I asked my lecturer why ##dG=0## isn't true for all processes at constant temperature and pressure.

He then tells me that there is actually a correction term ##(T-T_0)dS##. So in reality, ##dG=dU+P_0dV-TdS+(T-T_0)dS=dU+P_0dV-T_0dS##, where I also substituted in ##P=P_0## (which is always true for constant pressure), where the ##0## quantities denote the properties of the surroundings.

However, I cannot find any information about this mysterious ##(T-T_0)dS## term. Would anyone be able to provide any insight on this? Thanks!
 
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dG=Vdp-SdT=0
for dp=dT=0 with dN=0 as you derived.
laser1 said:
TL;DR Summary: ##dG## has correction term ##T-T_0##, can't find information on it.

why dG=0 isn't true for all processes at constant temperature and pressure.
Please let me share counter examples you find.
 
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anuttarasammyak said:
dG=Vdp-SdT=0
for dp=dT=0 with dN=0 as you derived.

Please let me share counter examples you find.
I don't understand what you mean in relation to my question.
 
laser1 said:
TL;DR Summary: ##dG## has correction term ##T-T_0##, can't find information on it.

By definition, we have that ##G=H-TS##, which means that ##dG=dU+PdV+VdP-TdS-SdT##, and at constant temperature and pressure, ##dG=dU+PdV-TdS##. As ##dU=TdS-PdV##, I asked my lecturer why ##dG=0## isn't true for all processes at constant temperature and pressure.

He then tells me that there is actually a correction term ##(T-T_0)dS##. So in reality, ##dG=dU+P_0dV-TdS+(T-T_0)dS=dU+P_0dV-T_0dS##, where I also substituted in ##P=P_0## (which is always true for constant pressure), where the ##0## quantities denote the properties of the surroundings.

However, I cannot find any information about this mysterious ##(T-T_0)dS## term. Would anyone be able to provide any insight on this? Thanks!
I've never seen anything like that "correction term" before. Please ask you professor where it came from.

G is a state function, and it's changes are independent of the specific process that took the material from equilibrium state 1 to equilibrium state 2.

More generally, if there are changes in composition of the system (due to adding or removing or reacting chemical species to the system), the equation for dG is: $$dG=-SdT+VdP+\mu_1dN_1 +\mu_2dN_2...$$where the ##\mu's## are the chemical potentials of the various species.
 
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Chestermiller said:
I've never seen anything like that "correction term" before. Please ask you professor where it came from.
I asked him a few weeks ago and he said it's due to "irreversible work", but I will ask him again sometime next week when I see him.
 
laser1 said:
I asked him a few weeks ago and he said it's due to "irreversible work", but I will ask him again sometime next week when I see him.
This makes no sense to me. The change in G between two end states is independent of the path whether reversible or reversible.
 
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