Which of the following is considered a state function and why? Solution Ice is a state function . A state function is that which depends upon the state of the matter and not on the path how that state is attained . As ice is a state of matter (solid) , so it is a state function . .

1. Which of the following is considered a state function and why?
Ice
The distance from Phoenix, AZ, to the Pacific Ocean
The height of a skyscraper
Solution
Ice is a state function .
A state function is that which depends upon the state of the matter and not on the path how that
state is attained .
As ice is a state of matter (solid) , so it is a state function .