Refer to the Figure Below, Which Shows an Oxidation-Reduction Reaction

question 143

Multiple Choice

Refer to the figure below, which shows an oxidation-reduction reaction that occurs spontaneously. Which statement correctly compares the free energy stored in molecules shown in the figure?

• A) The reduced form of B has greater free energy than the reduced form of A.
• B) The oxidized form of B has greater free energy than the reduced form of A.
• C) The reduced form of A has greater free energy than the oxidized form of A.
• D) The oxidized form of B has greater free energy than the reduced form of B.
• E) The oxidized form of A has greater free energy than the reduced form of B.

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