Which of the Following Statements Best Describes an Exergonic Reaction

question 38

Multiple Choice

Which of the following statements best describes an exergonic reaction?

• A) The products have more total energy than the reactants.
• B) The reaction proceeds with a net release of free energy.
• C) The reaction goes only in a forward direction: all reactants will be converted to products, but no products will be converted to reactants.
• D) A net input of energy from the surroundings is required for the reaction to proceed.

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