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CHM 101 General Chemistry Objective Question

Question

What is the sign of ΔH for an endothermic reaction?
Options
A Positive (+Ve)
Correct Answer
B Negative (-Ve)
C Zero
D Undefined
Correct Answer

Option A is the correct answer.

Detailed Explanation

For endothermic reactions, ΔH is positive (+Ve), as shown in examples like NH4Cl(s)+H2O(l)⟶NH4Cl(aq) ΔH⚬ = +Ve.

Hint

The notes show endothermic examples with positive ΔH values.

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