Consider the Following Reaction: 3A → 2B

question 68

Multiple Choice

Consider the following reaction: 3A → 2B
The average rate of appearance of B is given by Δ[B]/Δt. Comparing the rate of appearance of B and the rate of disappearance of A, we get Δ[B]/Δt = ________ × (-Δ[A]/Δt) .

• A)-2/3
• B)+2/3
• C)-3/2
• D)+1
• E)+3/2

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Definitions:

Endergonic Reactions

Chemical reactions that absorb energy from their surroundings, typically requiring an input of energy to proceed.

Exergonic Reaction

A chemical reaction that releases energy through the process of work, typically characterized by a negative Gibbs free energy.

Activation Energy

The minimum quantity of energy that the reacting species must possess in order to undergo a specified reaction.

ATP

Adenosine triphosphate, a molecule that stores and transfers energy within cells, acting as a main energy currency.