Thermodynamics Question 65

Question: For conversion C (graphite) ® C (diamond) the ΔS 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 ΔS would be negative for the conversion of graphite into diamond.



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