The entropy change in a system ($\Delta$S_sys) during a spontaneous process must be ________ A)greater than zero. B)less than zero. C)equal to zero. D)greater than or equal to zero. E)greater than, less than, or equal to zero.

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The entropy change of the system alone can be greater than, less than, or equal to zero during a spontaneous process. However, the total entropy change of the system plus surroundings must be greater than zero for spontaneity.

The Entropy Change in a System Δ\DeltaΔ Ssys) During a Spontaneous Process Must Be ________ A)greater Than

The Entropy Change in a System $\Delta$ S_sys) During a Spontaneous Process Must Be ________
A)greater Than