Question
Chemistry Question on Surface Chemistry
Which of the following statements is correct for the spontaneous adsorption of a gas?
A
△S is negative and therefore, △H should be highly negative
B
△S is positive and, therefore, △H should be negative
C
△S is positive and, therefore, △H should also be highly positive
D
△S is negative and, therefore, △H should be highly positive
Answer
△S is negative and therefore, △H should be highly negative
Explanation
Solution
The correct option (A): △S is negative and therefore, △H should be highly negative.