All of the Following Statements Are True EXCEPT

question 35

Multiple Choice

All of the following statements are true EXCEPT

• A) Hess' law states that ΔH for an overall reaction is the sum of the ΔH values for the individual equations.
• B) the molar enthalpy of formation of a compound is equal to the enthalpy change when one mole of the compound is formed from elements.
• C) a reaction with a negative enthalpy is exothermic.
• D) the enthalpy of formation of an element in its most stable state is equal to zero.
• E) the sum of the enthalpies of formation of the products in a chemical reaction is defined as the enthalpy of reaction.

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