alleryStart learning →What happens to the entropy of a substance when its temperature rises?
AEntropy decreases
BEntropy becomes zero
CEntropy stays constant
DEntropy increases
Answer & Solution
Correct answer: D. Entropy increases
Higher temperature makes translational, rotational and vibrational motions more vigorous, raising entropy.
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