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IB Physics HL B.4.8 Local entropy decrease Question Bank

Practise IB Physics HL B.4.8 by applying local entropy decrease concepts to exam-style physics questions.

Syllabus
First assessment 2025
Course
Physics HL
Level
HL

Exam points

  • identify the relevant physical quantity, model or diagram
  • apply the correct equation and units to the evidence
  • justify the result using conservation laws, forces or energy relationships

B.4.8 (HL)—Local entropy decrease question 1

[Maximum number: 1]

A gas is compressed at constant temperature.

What are the changes in entropy of the gas and its surroundings during the compression?

Entropy of the gas

Entropy of surroundings

Increases

Increases

Increases

Decreases

Decreases

Increases

Decreases

Decreases

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