Predict whether ΔS is positive or negative for the following process: 2 Cl₂O₇(g)→ 2 Cl₂(g)+ 7 O₂(g) A)negative B)positive C)ΔS doesn't change. D)There is not enough information to determine.

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The process involves the formation of two gaseous products from one gaseous reactant, which implies an increase in the number of moles of gas. This increase in randomness results in an increase in entropy, making ΔS positive.

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