Calculate the Standard Entropy of Fusion of Ethanol at Its

question 133

Multiple Choice

Calculate the standard entropy of fusion of ethanol at its melting point, 159 K. The standard molar enthalpy of fusion of ethanol at its melting point is 5.02 kJ.mol^-1.

• A) -5.02 kJ.K^-1.mol^-1
• B) -31.6 J.K^-1.mol^-1
• C) +5.02 J.K^-1.mol^-1
• D) +31.6 J.K^-1.mol^-1
• E) -44.0 J.K^-1.mol^-1

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