Question

In which of the following process, a maximum increase in entropy is observed ?

• A. dissolution of salt in water
• B. condensation of water
• C. sublimation of naphthalene
• D. melting of ice

Answer 1

Answer: (C)

The order of entropy in solid, liquid and gas is gas $>$ liquid $>$ solid

Hence, in sublimation of naphthalene, maximum increase in entropy is observed