Answer
Positive.
Work Step by Step
Molecules in the solid phase are more restricted, and their energy is more localized than in the liquid. Therefore, entropy increases when the glass is softened, and the entropy change is positive.
Chemistry: The Molecular Science (5th Edition)
by Moore, John W.; Stanitski, Conrad L.
Published by
Cengage Learning
ISBN 10:
1285199049
ISBN 13:
978-1-28519-904-7
Chapter 18 - Thermodynamics: Directionality of Chemical Reactions - Questions for Review and Thought - Topical Questions - Page 737b: 19c
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