Which of the Following Is the Best Definition of a Microstate

question 61

Multiple Choice

Which of the following is the best definition of a microstate as it pertains to entropy on the molecular level?

• A)the state-for example, solid, liquid, or gas-of a small cluster of atoms or molecules
• B)a property, such as temperature, of a small cluster of atoms and molecules that is independent of how the property was achieved
• C)the set of vibrational, rotational, and translational energy levels in a system
• D)a unique specification of the vibrational, rotational, and translational states of a single molecule in a system
• E)a unique specification of the vibrational, rotational, and translational states of all of the particles in a system

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Definitions:

Straight-Line Method

A depreciation method that allocates the cost of an asset evenly over its useful life.

Depreciation

Distributing the cost of a physical asset methodically over its period of utility.

Residual Value

The estimated amount that an asset will be worth at the end of its useful life.

Double-Declining-Balance Method

A method of accelerated depreciation which doubles the straight-line depreciation rate and applies it to the asset's remaining book value each year.