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CHM 101 Chemical Thermodynamics Objective Question

Question

Why do gases have high entropy?
Options
A Molecules are tightly packed
B Molecules have low kinetic energy
C Molecules are arranged in an orderly pattern
D Molecules move freely and have many positions available, leading to high entropy
Correct Answer
Correct Answer

Option D is the correct answer.

Detailed Explanation

Gases: Molecules move freely → many positions → highest entropy.

Hint

The notes explain this.

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