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Predict which of the following reaction (s) has a positive entropy change?
I.Ag+(aq)+Cl(aq)AgCl(s)
II.NH4Cl(s)NH3(g)+HCl(g)
III.2NH3(g)N2(g)+3H2(g)

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I and II
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III
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II and III
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II
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Solution

The correct option is C II and III
ΔS is positive for the reaction that has more number of gaseous products than reactants which increases the randomness of the reaction.

In other words, Δng is + ve.
II and III will have positive change in entropy with Δng 2 and 2 respectively.

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