Thermodynamics Study Guide
1. In your own words, define the three Laws of Thermodynamics.
a. First Law of Thermodynamics:
b. Second Law of Thermodynamics:
c. Third Law of Thermodynamics:
2. Why do spontaneous processes occur?
3. Identify three different spontaneous processes.
a.
b.
c.
4. Define entropy and provide its customary variable.
5. Explain the relationship between entropy and the number of microstates.
6. Which of the following is in the correct order of standard state entropy?
I. Liquid water < gaseous water
II. Liquid water < solid water
III. NH3 < H2
1. I only
2. I and II only
3. II only
4. I and III only
5. III only