For each of the following situations

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Problem

For each of the following situations, state whether the entropy increases or decreases and give a reason to support your answer. (1) 10 g of water at 0 °C freezes and becomes an ice cube. (2) A sample of ideal gas expands isothermally. (3) A glass falls from a table to the floor and shatters.

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