Q23 / 120 · VITEEE 2007 · Chemistry

When a solid melts reversibly

A
H decreases
B
G increases
C
E decreases
Correct answer
D
S increases

Solution

When solid melts $\mathrm{S}$ increases. because when solid changes into liquid randomness increases.

Hence, the correct answer is option: 'D'.

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