The Formation Constant for the Reaction

question 20

Multiple Choice

The formation constant for the reaction

Is K_f = 1.7 × 10⁷ at 25°C. What is G° at this temperature?

• A) -1.5 kJ
• B) -3.5 kJ
• C) -18 kJ
• D) -23 kJ
• E) -41 kJ

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Definitions:

ATP

Adenosine triphosphate, a molecule that provides energy for many processes in living cells by being converted to ADP (adenosine diphosphate).

NADPH

Nicotinamide adenine dinucleotide phosphate, a coenzyme involved in anabolic reactions, such as lipid and nucleic acid synthesis, acting as a reducing agent.

Autotrophs

Organisms capable of producing their own food through photosynthesis or chemosynthesis, utilizing sunlight or chemical reactions.

Heterotrophs

Organisms that obtain their energy by consuming other living or deceased organisms, as they cannot synthesize their own food.