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CHM 101 Thermochemistry II Objective Question

Question

What is a state function?
Options
A A function that depends on the path taken
B A function that depends only on the present state of the system, not on the path the system took to reach that state
Correct Answer
C A function that changes with every reaction
D A function that cannot be measured
Correct Answer

Option B is the correct answer.

Detailed Explanation

A state function depends only on the present state of the system, not on the path the system took to reach that state. Internal energy is a state function.

Hint

The notes define state function.

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