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What is the primary thermodynamic convenience of using Gibbs free energy rather than the Second Law equation directly?
Options
A It eliminates the need to measure temperature in Kelvin
B It allows evaluation of spontaneity using system properties alone
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C It applies only to non-isothermal, irreversible processes
D It converts nonspontaneous reactions into spontaneous pathways
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Option B is the correct answer.

Detailed Explanation

Delta G = Delta H_sys - T * Delta S_sys determines spontaneity solely from properties of the system without monitoring surroundings.

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Course: CHM 101
Topic: CHM 101 Past Questions
Type: Objective
Difficulty: Not specified
Question 1831 of 1872
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