12.2—Entropy as a measure of disorder of a system in terms of the random dispersal of molecules and of energy quanta between

Understand entropy as a measure of disorder of a system in terms of the random dispersal of molecules and of energy quanta between molecules.

Use —entropy as a measure of disorder of a system in terms of the random dispersal of molecules and of energy quanta between to connect the rule to the data and decision in the question.

This matters because —entropy as a measure of disorder of a system in terms of the random dispersal of molecules and of energy quanta between determines what can be inferred or chosen; begin with the stated conditions and keep the conclusion tied to the evidence.

Example: apply —entropy as a measure of disorder of a system in terms of the random dispersal of molecules and of energy quanta between to one small, clearly defined case, show the key step or comparison, and explain the result in words.

Boundary: —Entropy as a measure of disorder of a system in terms of the random dispersal of molecules and of energy quanta between is not a universal recommendation. Check the syllabus scope, assumptions, units and the limits of the evidence before generalising.