What are the other state functions and how do we determine them?

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State functions are properties that depend only on the current state of a system, such as temperature, pressure, and volume. Other state functions include internal energy and potential energy, which can be identified using the principle that differentials of properties are exact. To determine additional state functions, one must understand the conditions and relationships governing these properties. The discussion emphasizes the importance of recognizing the fundamental nature of state functions in thermodynamics. Understanding these concepts is crucial for analyzing thermodynamic systems effectively.
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actually i know some fundamental state function such that temperature, pressure, and volume. But it's because these are the most used. Now my problem is how to know the other state function i.e what are the conditions?
 
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kthouz said:
actually i know some fundamental state function such that temperature, pressure, and volume.
Shouldn't there be a verb in that sentence?
But it's because these are the most used. Now my problem is how to know the other state function i.e what are the conditions?
What, exactly do you mean by "state function"?
 
Simple,
Just use the fact that differentials of properties is exact.
Now some more are internal energy potential energy etc etc.
But follow the basic rule to find it out.
 
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