Chapter 16.3, Problem 16.4P

Which state has the higher entropy? Explain in terms of probability.

(a)    A perfectly ordered crystal of solid nitrous oxide $\left(\text{N}\equiv \text{N}-\text{O}\right)$ or a disordered crystal in which the molecules are oriented randomly

(b)    Quartz glass (Section 10.10) or a quartz crystal

(c)    1 mol of N₂ gas at STP or 1 mol of N₂ gas at 273 K in a volume of 11.2 L

(d)    1 mol of N₂ gas at STP or 1 mol of N₂ gas at 273 K and 0.25 atm