The Standard Entropy of N₂(g) Is 191

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Essay

The standard entropy of N₂(g) is 191.5 J/mol  K. Calculate the entropy per nitrogen molecule and the number of microstates for each molecule. Discuss the number of microstates in terms of the molecular motions accessible to each molecule.

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Four-Firm Concentration Ratio

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Monopolistic Competition

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