In a Particular Chemical Reaction, Three Bonds Are Broken and Four

question 91

Multiple Choice

In a particular chemical reaction, three bonds are broken and four bonds are formed. Based on this information alone, which of the following is true?

• A) The reaction has a high activation energy.
• B) The reaction is endothermic.
• C) The reaction is exothermic.
• D) We cannot determine which of the statements is true.

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