Thermodynamics and Thermochemistry
17.0 Spontaneous Processes
17.0 Spontaneous Processes
This type of physical and chemical change occurs on its own under specific circumstances or on proper initiation.
Examples : -
(1) The flow of liquids from higher to lower level.
(2) The flow of gases from higher pressure to lower pressure.
(3) Conduction of heat from the hot body to the colder body.
(4) The flow of electric current from higher potential to lower potential.
(5) Dissolution of sugar in water.
(6) All naturally occurring processes.
(7) Burning of coal and other fuels.
