What Is the Heat Capacity at Constant Pressure for an Ideal Gas?

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The discussion revolves around calculating the heat capacity at constant pressure (CP) for an ideal gas with given parameters, including the number of particles and the heat added. The participant expresses confusion about how to proceed without knowing the changes in temperature (ΔT) or volume (ΔV). They mention that the next part of the problem involves finding ΔT, which can be derived from the heat added (Q) and the heat capacity. There is also a reference to the notion that the heat capacity for all ideal gases is identical. The participant ultimately seeks clarification and assistance in solving the problem.
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Homework Statement


I have an ideal gas of n=1023 point particles with a constant pressure of P = 3x105 Pa as 200J of heat flows into it. What is the heat capacity at constant pressure, CP?


Homework Equations


CV = (ΔU + PΔV)/ΔT


The Attempt at a Solution


Okay... So I have N, P and Q. I'm not sure if I'm missing something but I have no idea how to even begin finding this without ΔT or ΔV.

(Also, the next part of the problem involves finding delta T, which can be found using Q/C, so I'm assuming I shouldn't be finding it in this part of the question.) This is one part of a multiple part question and I can do the rest of them quite easily -- I feel like I'm missing something.

Any help is appreciated. Thank you!
 
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