Imagine the Reaction a → B with a Negative ΔG

question 20

Multiple Choice

Imagine the reaction A → B with a negative ΔG value under experimental conditions. Which of the following statements is true about this reaction?

• A) The reaction is energetically unfavorable.
• B) The reaction proceeds spontaneously and rapidly under these conditions.
• C) Increasing the concentration of B molecules would increase the ΔG value (toward more positive values).
• D) The reaction would result in a net decrease in the entropy (disorder) of the universe.
• E) The reaction cannot proceed unless it is coupled to another reaction with a positive value of ΔG.

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