Question
Chemistry Question on Thermodynamics
Identify the correct statement regarding a spontaneous process
A
For a spontaneous process in an isolated system, the change in entropy is positive
B
Endothermic processes are never spontaneous
C
Exothermic processes are always spontaneous
D
Lowering of energy in the reaction process is the only criterion for spontaneity
Answer
For a spontaneous process in an isolated system, the change in entropy is positive
Explanation
Solution
For a spontaneous process in an isolated system, the change in entropy is positive.