(a)
Interpretation:
For the given reaction, the value of
Concept introduction:
Entropy is defined as degree of randomness in a system. It is due to the random motion of molecules in the reaction system. The entropy of a gaseous system is more than a liquid system as gaseous molecules are in constant motion. For any
(b)
Interpretation:
For the given reaction, the value of
Concept introduction:
The relation between
Here,
For a spontaneous reaction, the value of
(c)
Interpretation:
For the given reaction, the value of
Concept introduction:
The relation between
Here,
For a spontaneous reaction, the value of
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