As a Chemical Reaction Proceeds Toward Equilibrium, the Free Energy

question 85

True/False

As a chemical reaction proceeds toward equilibrium, the free energy of the system decreases at constant temperature and constant pressure.

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Definitions:

Majority Determining

The process by which the greater number or majority's choice decides an outcome in a decision-making context.

Condorcet Paradox

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Transitive Preferences

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