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Date May 2022 Marks available 1 Reference code 22M.1.hl.TZ2.17
Level HL Paper 1 Time zone TZ2
Command term Apply Question number 17 Adapted from N/A

Question

Which term in the expression ΔG = ΔH − TΔS is an indirect measure of the entropy change of the surroundings when divided by T?

A.  ΔG

B.  ΔH

C.  ΔS

D.  −TΔS

Markscheme

B

Examiners report

This challenging question raised some debate and several teachers did not think it was suitable for this level. Most candidates chose -TΔS as “an indirect measure of the entropy change of the surroundings when divided by T”. While candidates are not expected to be familiar with the equation ΔS surroundings = -ΔHsystem/T, they could solve the question by recognizing that ΔH is the value that affects the surroundings while ΔS relates to the system. The wording of the question could have been simplified.

Syllabus sections

Additional higher level (AHL) » Topic 15: Energetics/thermochemistry » 15.2 Entropy and spontaneity
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