n drops of a liquid, each with surface energy E, joining to form a single drop

Select all that apply

• Option A

  Some energy is released in the process.

• Option B

  Some energy is absorbed in the process.

• Option C

  The energy released is E(n - n²ᐟ³).

• Option D

  The energy released is nE(n²ᐟ³ - 1).