The Reaction 2H₂O(g)  2H₂(g) + O₂(g)

question 65

Multiple Choice

The reaction 2H₂O(g)  2H₂(g) + O₂(g)
Has a positive value of G°. Which of the following statements must be true?

• A) The reaction is slow.
• B) The reaction will not occur. That is, when H₂O(g) is introduced into a flask, no O₂ or H₂ will form even over a long period of time.
• C) The equilibrium lies far to the right.
• D) The reaction is exothermic.
• E) None of these is true.

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