NEETChemistryThermodynamics (C)
How does specifying the state of a system using state functions differ from specifying it using the position and velocity of each particle?
Options
- AState functions require quantum mechanical calculations, while particle positions are macroscopic.
- BState functions provide a simplified, macroscopic description, while particle positions require detailed micro
- CState functions describe the motion of particles, while particle positions represent average properties.
- DBoth methods are equally accurate in describing the state of a system.
Correct answer
B. State functions provide a simplified, macroscopic description, while particle positions require detailed micro
Step-by-step solution
Specifying the state of a system using state functions provides a macroscopic, simplified description based on average properties, while specifying it using the position and velocity of each particle requires detailed micro-level information.