Which Statement Is Correct

question 28

Multiple Choice

Which statement is correct?

• A) The entropy of a pure substance is greater in the liquid state than in the gaseous state.
• B) The entropy of a pure substance in a given state decreases as the temperature rises.
• C) Because of the larger charges, the entropy of CaO(s) is greater than the entropy of KF(s).
• D) Entropy decreases when ethanol, C₂H₅OH, dissolves in water.
• E) A bottle of carbonated water has lower entropy than the same masses of carbon dioxide gas and distilled water.

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Definitions:

Splined

Describing a type of connection or shaft that uses ridges or teeth to transfer torque between components, ensuring alignment and resistance to slippage.

ATF Level

The measure of Automatic Transmission Fluid within a vehicle’s transmission, indicating whether it has sufficient fluid for operation.

Operating Temperature

The range of temperature within which machinery or a system is designed to work efficiently without overheating or freezing.

Gear Ratio

The difference between input speed and output speed created by a gear train in a transmission.