What is the proof for (∂u/∂T)_P=c_P – Pβv?

In summary, to prove that (∂u/∂T)_P=c_P – Pβv, where P is constant and β is the coefficient of volume expansion, the first law is used. The proof is then expanded using the property of ideal gases (∂u/∂v)_T=(∂h/∂P)_T=0 and by taking the partial derivative wrt to T at constant pressure. For ideal gases, the proof is even simpler since U is only a function of T. The book does not mention specifically to use ideal behavior, but there must be a way to get the proof using the first law.
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Homework Statement



To prove that (∂u/∂T)_P=c_P – Pβv where _P =>P constant;β=>co-eff. of vol exp.

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The Attempt at a Solution



I proved it for ideal gases.
Write d'Q=dh-vdP
Now expand d'Q with 1st law and du(in 1st law) in terms of dP and dT.Since du is a total differential.
Expand dh as total differential in dP and dT.

Now I used the property of ideal gases:(∂u/∂v)_T=(∂h/∂P)_T=0
The rest is a bit manipulation.

Can anyone say how to prove this in general?
The book does not mention specifically that "use ideal behaviour" or so.
There must be some way to get it.
Please help.
 
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Use the first law.
Since [tex] dU = \delta Q - PdV[/tex], take the partial derivative wrt to T at constant pressure, and you get the answer.

For ideal gases, it's even easier, since U is only a function of T
 
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Thank you...
Earlier I did not get this...
 

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The thermodynamic identity is a mathematical expression that relates the changes in internal energy, temperature, and entropy of a system. It is used to understand and predict the behavior of thermodynamic systems.

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