n drops of a liquid, each with surface energy E. joining to form a single drop
(a). Some energy will be released in the process
(b). Some energy will be absorbed in the process
(c). The energy released or absorbed will be `E(n-n^(2//3))`
(d). the energy released or absorbed will be `nE(2^(2//3)-1)`

Options

A. Some energy will be released in the process.
B. Some energy will be absorbed in the process.
C. The energy released or absorbed will be `E(n-n^(2//3))`.
D. The energy released or absorbed will be `nE[2^(2//3)-1]`.

Answer

A, C