Which of the Following Processes Shows a Decrease in Entropy

question 89

Multiple Choice

Which of the following processes shows a decrease in entropy of the system?

• A)2 NO(g)+ O₂(g)→ 2 NO₂(g)
• B)COCl₂(g)→ CO(g)+ Cl₂(g)
• C)CH₃OH(l)→ CO(g)+ 2H₂(g)
• D)NaClO₃(s)→ Na⁺(aq)+ ClO₃^-(aq)
• E)None of the above will show a decrease in entropy.

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