Consider an ideal solution of components A and B. The entropy of mixing per mole of an alloy containing 50% B is_______________?

Correct answer: A. R ln 2

  • A. R ln 2
  • B. -R ln 2
  • C. 3 R ln 2
  • D. -3R ln 2

Explanation

For an ideal equimolar binary mixture, the molar entropy of mixing is -R[xA ln xA + xB ln xB] = -R[2(0.5 ln 0.5)] = R ln 2. Mixing entropy is positive because mixing increases molecular disorder.

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