A spontaneous process is:

Correct answer: D. All of the above

  • A. Unidirectional and irreversible
  • B. Irreversible and a real process
  • C. Unidirectional and a real process
  • D. All of the above

Explanation

A is incorrect because spontaneous process is also real processB is incorrect because spontaneous process is also unidirectionalC is incorrect because spontaneous process is also irreversible processD is correct because spontaneous process is a process which takes place on its own without any outside assistance. It is unidirectional, irreversible and a real process.

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