Thermodynamics Question 65
Question: For conversion C (graphite) ® C (diamond) the $ \Delta S $ is
[MP PMT 2001; MP PET 2003]
Options:
A) Zero
B) Positive
C) Negative
D) Unknown
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Answer:
Correct Answer: C
Solution:
Conversion of graphite into diamond is an endothermic reaction.
So, heat of diamond is higher than that of graphite.
But $ \Delta S $ would be negative for the conversion of graphite into diamond.
