Third law of thermodynamics: The entropy of a perfect crystal at 0 K is zero.
How to apply it: Use the third law to explain why absolute entropy values (S°) are always positive at temperatures above 0 K.
Course: AP Chemistry · Unit: Applications of Thermodynamics
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