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A decrease in Gibbs free energy (ΔG < 0) indicates:
Options
A A spontaneous process
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B An endothermic reaction
C A decrease in entropy
D A process requiring energy input
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Option A is the correct answer.

Detailed Explanation

A negative ΔG means the process can occur without external intervention. This is the definition of a spontaneous process under the given conditions of constant temperature and pressure.

Hint

What is the criterion for spontaneity in terms of Gibbs free energy?

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Course: CHM 101
Topic: CHM 101 Past Questions
Type: Objective
Difficulty: Not specified
Question 278 of 1872
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