The element gallium (Ga) freezes at 29.8°C its ΔHfus = 5.59 kJ/ mol. Calculate the value of ΔS when 1.0 mol gallium freezes at its normal melting point. Is ΔS positive or negative? Calculate the value of ΔS when 30.0 g of Ga(l) solidifies at 29.8 °C

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The element gallium (Ga) freezes at 29.8°C its ΔHfus = 5.59 kJ/ mol. Calculate the value
of ΔS when 1.0 mol gallium freezes at its normal melting point. Is ΔS positive or
negative? Calculate the value of ΔS when 30.0 g of Ga(l) solidifies at 29.8 °C

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