Which of the Following Statements Is Not True for an Exothermic

question 82

Multiple Choice

Which of the following statements is not true for an exothermic reaction?

• A)The products have a higher heat content than the reactants.
• B)The temperature of the reaction system increases.
• C)The temperature of the surroundings increases.
• D)Heat passes from the reaction system to the surroundings.
• E)The enthalpy change for the reaction is negative.

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