Multiple Choice
We can ignore an Einstein solid's zero-point energy because
A) it is zero.
B) it never changes in any thermal interaction.
C) it is insignificant compared to the solid's total energy.
D) it is just a quantum-mechanical effect.
E) other (specify) .
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