Which Choice Below Correctly Rationalized Whether This Pair of Reactions $\Delta$

question 1

Multiple Choice

Which choice below correctly rationalized whether this pair of reactions is coupled?
A + B --> C + D ( $\Delta$ G = +5.4 kcal/mole)
D + F --> G + H ( $\Delta$ G = -4.4 kcal/mole)

• A)The equations above do not represent coupled reactions because the overall \(\Delta\)G is positive.
• B)The equations above do not represent coupled reactions because the overall \(\Delta\)G is negative.
• C)The equations represent coupled reactions because the overall \(\Delta\)G is positive.
• D)The equations represent coupled reactions because the overall \(\Delta\)G is negative.

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