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CHM 101 Thermochemistry II Objective Question

Question

What is the sign of bond enthalpy?
Options
A Always negative
B Always positive
Correct Answer
C Can be positive or negative
D Zero
Correct Answer

Option B is the correct answer.

Detailed Explanation

Bond enthalpy is always positive because breaking a bond requires energy (endothermic). Bond forming is exothermic (ΔH < 0).

Hint

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