MCQ
When a solid is converted into liquid, entropy
  • A
    Becomes zero
  • B
    Remains the same
  • C
    Decreases
  • Increases

Answer

Correct option: D.
Increases
(d)Solid$ \to $Liquid, $\Delta S$ increases .

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