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Published on: August 13, 2026
During which of the following processes, does entropy decrease?
A. Freezing of water to ice at
B. Freezing of water to ice at
C.
D. Adsorption of
on lead surface
E. Dissolution of NaCl in water
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Verified by ExpertsThe correct answer is:
B
Water
ice 
ice

For adsorption, 
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