For the Process S₈ (Rhombic) $\to$ S₈ (Monoclinic)at 110°C $\Delta$ H = 321 KJ/mol And S₈

question 43

Multiple Choice

For the process S₈ (rhombic) $\to$ S₈ (monoclinic) at 110°C, $\Delta$ H = 3.21 kJ/mol and $\Delta$ S = 8.70 J/K . mol (at 110°C) . Which of the following is correct?

• A)This reaction is spontaneous at 110°C (S₈ (monoclinic)is stable).
• B)This reaction is spontaneous at 110°C (S₈ (rhombic)is stable).
• C)This reaction is nonspontaneous at 110°C (S₈ (rhombic)is stable).
• D)This reaction is nonspontaneous at 110°C (S₈ (monoclinic)is stable).
• E)Need more data.

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