JAMB Mathematics 2022 Objective — Question 10

Question 10 of 41 from the Joint Admissions and Matriculation Board (JAMB) Mathematics 2022 Objective paper, with the correct answer and a full explanation.

An increase in entropy can best be illustrated by

A. Solidifying candle wax
B. Mixing of gasesCorrect
C. Freezing of water
D. Condensation

Explanation

Entropy increases with disorder. Mixing gases increases disorder (more possible arrangements). Solidification, freezing, and condensation all decrease entropy (more ordered states).

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