For a Process with ΔS < 0, Which One of the Following

question 42

Multiple Choice

For a process with ΔS < 0, which one of the following statements is correct?

• A)The process will definitely be spontaneous if ΔH < 0.
• B)The process will be definitely be spontaneous if Δ H < TΔ S.
• C)The process can never be spontaneous.
• D)The process will definitely be spontaneous, regardless of Δ H.
• E)The process will definitely be spontaneous if Δ S _surr > 0.

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Definitions:

Evaluation

The systematic process of assessing the value, importance, or effectiveness of something through analysis and comparison of data.

Concomitant Variation

A phenomenon where changes in one variable are associated with changes in another variable, suggesting a possible correlation or causal relationship.

Causality

The relationship between cause and effect, where one event (the cause) brings about another event (the effect).

Transition

The process or period of changing from one state or condition to another.