6.12* (a) Given that the Helmholtz energy can be written as A = -Nsystem KBT In 2 Obtain simplified expressions for both A and S of an Einstein solid. (b) Show that the entropy approaches 0 as the temperature approaches 0 in such a solid.

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Please solve the following practice chemical thermodynamics problem in detail. 

6.12* (a) Given that the Helmholtz energy can be written as
A = -Nsystem KBT In 2
Obtain simplified expressions for both A and S of an Einstein solid.
(b) Show that the entropy approaches 0 as the temperature approaches 0 in such
a solid.
Transcribed Image Text:6.12* (a) Given that the Helmholtz energy can be written as A = -Nsystem KBT In 2 Obtain simplified expressions for both A and S of an Einstein solid. (b) Show that the entropy approaches 0 as the temperature approaches 0 in such a solid.
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