Thermodynamics Question, entropy Problem

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The discussion revolves around a thermodynamics problem related to entropy as a function of temperature and volume, specifically using the Maxwell relation to derive an expression for entropy in the context of an ideal monatomic gas.

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  • Exploratory, Assumption checking, Problem interpretation

Approaches and Questions Raised

  • Participants discuss the use of the Maxwell relation and express uncertainty about how to proceed with the derivation. Some question the completeness of the information provided, while others highlight the importance of the ideal gas assumption and its implications for the problem.

Discussion Status

There is an ongoing exploration of different approaches to the problem. Some participants have found solutions using alternative methods, while others are seeking clarification on how to properly apply the Maxwell relation. Guidance has been offered regarding the relevance of the ideal gas equations and the Sackur-Tetrode equation.

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Participants note that the original problem may lack some necessary details, and there is a discussion about the appropriateness of using logarithmic functions with dimensional quantities in the context of entropy calculations.

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Homework Statement


Considering entropy as a function of temperature and volume and using the Maxwell relation;
$$ \left(\frac{\partial S}{\partial V}\right)_T = \left(\frac{\partial p}{\partial T}\right)_V$$
Show that the entropy of a vessel is given by;
$$ S= R \left(\frac{3}{2}lnT+lnV+const\right) $$
Where R is the gas constant.

Homework Equations


Given in the question.

The Attempt at a Solution


So I made and attempt because S(T,V) you can write it as;
$$dS=\left(\frac{\partial S}{\partial V}\right)_T dV +\left(\frac{\partial S}{\partial T}\right)_V dT$$
Then substituted the maxwell relation;
$$dS=\left(\frac{\partial p}{\partial T}\right)_V dV + \left(\frac{\partial S}{\partial T}\right)_V dT$$
But from there I'm not sure where to go, i tried a few different things like dividing by dV but I'm drawing a blank, a nudge in the right direction would be appreciated.
Thanks in Advance.
 
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Looks like you are not giving us all the information needed to solve the problem. How exactly was the problem worded in your homework/textbook? I also find it confusing that in the formula for entropy there are logarithms of dimensional quantities. Usually we only calculate logarithms (or exponentials) of dimensionless numbers.
 
This is the Question part (d), I managed to find a solution but I didnt use the maxwel relation above, I also found it fairly strange but It must be possible it was on a list of practice examples I found.
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"ideal monatomic gas" is a crucial part of the question. what equations are there for ideal gas, that might be useful?

edit: p.s. sorry for barging in.
 
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The problem is related to the so-called Sackur-Tetrode equation, which gives the entropy of an ideal monoatomic gas as a function of internal energy, volume, and number of atoms. See http://hyperphysics.phy-astr.gsu.edu/hbase/therm/entropgas.html . You just have to find out how to derive that from the Maxwell equation. Googling with cleverly chosen keywords might help.
 
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Like I said I did manage to find a Solution using $$ dQ=dU+pdV$$, $$pV=nRT$$ and $$dU=\frac{3}{2}nRdT$$ but Doing that I didn't use the Maxwell relation as the question states, and I'm not sure how to use it to find the solution.
 
Oh I will, Thank you, sorry i posted that reply before seeing your second hilbert.
 
Thanks a lot guys I figured it out now wiht your help, I was just going blank.
 

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