Question
Thermodynamics and Statistical Physics Question on Thermodynamics
If a thermodynamical system is adiabatically isolated and experiences a change in volume under an externally applied constant pressure, then the thermodynamical potential minimized at equilibrium is the
A
enthalpy
B
Helmholtz free energy
C
Gibbs free energy
D
grand potential
Answer
enthalpy
Explanation
Solution
The correct option is (A) :enthalpy