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CHM 101 CHM 101 Past Questions Objective Question

Question

How does Ludwig Boltzmann's expression define the entropy change between an initial and a final state?
Options
A Delta S = k ln(W_final / W_initial)
Correct Answer
B Delta S = k (W_final - W_initial)
C Delta S = (k / T) ln(W_final * W_initial)
D Delta S = k ln(W_initial / W_final)
Correct Answer

Option A is the correct answer.

Detailed Explanation

Delta S = k ln(W_final) - k ln(W_initial) = k ln(W_final / W_initial).

Hint

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