In which of the following reactions is $\Delta S$ positive?

  • A
    $H_2O(\ell) \rightarrow H_2O_{(s)}$
  • B
    $H_2O(\ell) \rightarrow H_2O_{(g)}$
  • C
    $N_2(g, 1 \ atm) \rightarrow N_2(g, 10 \ atm)$
  • D
    $Fe_{(s)}, 400 \ K \rightarrow Fe_{(s)}, 300 \ K$

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