Which of the Following Reactions Would Have a Negative ΔS

question 98

Multiple Choice

Which of the following reactions would have a negative ΔS?

• A)NH₄Cl (s)→ NH₃ (g)+ HCl (g)
• B)PbCl₂ (s)→ Pb²⁺ (aq)+ 2Cl^- (aq)
• C)2C (s)+ O₂ (g)→ 2CO₂ (g)
• D)2SO₂ (g)+ O₂ (g)→ 2SO₃ (g)
• E)H₂O (l)→ H₂O (g)

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Definitions:

Zona Fasciculata

The middle layer of the adrenal cortex that produces glucocorticoids, essential for carbohydrate metabolism and inflammation control.

Zona Glomerulosa

The outermost layer of the adrenal cortex, involved in the production of mineralocorticoids like aldosterone.

Zona Reticularis

The innermost layer of the adrenal cortex that produces androgenic steroids.

Glucagon

A hormone produced by the pancreas that increases blood glucose levels by stimulating the liver to break down glycogen into glucose.