Question
Define the term entropy. Write its unit. How does entropy of a system change on increasing temperature?
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Answer
Entropy is measure of degree of disorder or randomness. Its unit is JK-1 mol-1.
Entropy of system increases with increase in temperature.
Entropy of system increases with increase in temperature.
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