When Does an Endothermic Reaction Occur

question 33

Multiple Choice

When does an endothermic reaction occur?

• A) when the enthalpy of the reactants is greater than the enthalpy of the products
• B) when bonds are formed
• C) when the energy of bonds breaking is greater than the energy of bonds formed
• D) when the energy of bonds breaking is less than the energy of bonds formed
• E) when stronger bonds are formed and weaker bonds are broken

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