For micelle formation, which of the following statements are correct?
(A) Micelle formation is an exothermic process.
(B) Micelle formation is an endothermic process.
(C) The entropy change is positive.
(D) The entropy change is negative.
Select the correct option:
A
A and D only
B
A and C only
C
B and C only
D
B and D only
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Solution
“For micelle formation, ΔS > 0 (hydrophobic effect) This is possible because, the decrease in entropy due to the formation of micelle is more than compensated by the increase in entropy due to the release of solvent molecules.
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