Knowing the Change in Free Energy (G) of a Reaction

question 57

Multiple Choice

Knowing the change in free energy (G) of a reaction tells us

• A) the equilibrium point of the reaction.
• B) the rate of the reaction.
• C) how quickly equilibrium will be reached.
• D) the optimum temperature for the reaction.
• E) the activation energy.

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