Why Is the Entropy Change Negative for Ring Closures

question 13

Multiple Choice

Why is the entropy change negative for ring closures?

• A) Closing a ring results in fewer molecules.
• B) Closing a ring results in more molecules.
• C) Closing a ring releases energy.
• D) Closing a ring restricts the rotation around individual carbon-carbon bonds.

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