Interpretation: The meaning of the term “state function” needs to be determined.
Concept introduction: A state function is independent of the path followed. It depends on the factors like temperature, pressure etc.
Answer to Problem 3STP
B is the correct option.
Explanation of Solution
A function that does not depend on the path followed is called a state function. It depends on factors such as temperature, pressure and quantity of the substance present.
Out of the given option, energy, enthalpy, heat and work, only energy and enthalpy does not depend on the path. So, B is the correct option.
A state function that does not depend on the path followed such as enthalpy and energy. As, only 2 of these are state functions, therefore, options A, C and D are incorrect.
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