Chemistry: Atoms First V1
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Chapter 14, Problem 14.4VC
Which of the following best explains why entropy typically increases with molar mass?
(a) As molar mass increases, the number of molecules increases.
(b) As molar mass increases, energy levels become more closely spaced.
(c) As molar mass increases, the molecules become more energetic and can access more energy levels.
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Chemistry: Atoms First V1
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