The DG° (Free Energy Change)for the Conversion of a to B

question 30

Multiple Choice

The DG° (free energy change) for the conversion of A to B is predicted to be which of the following?

• A)DG° = 0
• B)DG° < 0
• C)DG° > 0
• D)Cannot be determined from the information provided

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