Which Relationship or Statement Best Describes S° for the Following

question 27

Multiple Choice

Which relationship or statement best describes S° for the following reaction?
HgS(s) + O₂(g)  Hg(l) + SO₂(g)

• A) .  S°  0
• B) .  S° < 0
• C) .  S° > 0
• D) .  S° =  H°/T
• E) More information is needed to make a reasonable prediction.

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