Is the Synthesis of Ozone, O₃, from Oxygen, O₂, an Example

question 56

Multiple Choice

Is the synthesis of ozone, O₃, from oxygen, O₂, an example of an exothermic or endothermic reaction?

• A)exothermic because ultraviolet light is emitted during its formation
• B)endothermic because ultraviolet light is emitted during its formation
• C)exothermic because ultraviolet light is absorbed during its formation
• D)endothermic because ultraviolet light is absorbed during its formation

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