Chemical Thermodynamics Question 423
Question: $ \Delta G $ in $ Ag_2O\to 2Ag+1/2O_2 $ at a certain temperature is $ -10kJmo{{l}^{-1}} $ . Pick the correct statement
Options:
A) $ Ag_2O $ decomposes to Ag and $ O_2 $
B) Ag and $ O_2 $ combines to form $ Ag_2O $
C) Reaction is in equilibrium
D) Reaction does not take place
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Answer:
Correct Answer: A
Solution:
- $ \Delta G=-ve $ means the process is spontaneous.