Chemistry: The Molecular Science (5th Edition)

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: 25a

Answer

NaCl(s)

Work Step by Step

Both are in the same state. But, the attraction among the ions is weaker in NaCl. Therefore, higher entropy is expected for NaCl(s).
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