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CHM 101 Chemical Thermodynamics Objective Question
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Does spontaneity indicate the speed of a reaction?
Options
A Only exothermic reactions are fast
B No, spontaneity does not indicate speed; a reaction can be spontaneous but slow
Correct Answer
C Yes, spontaneous reactions are always fast
D Only endothermic reactions are slow
Correct Answer

Option B is the correct answer.

Detailed Explanation

Spontaneity does not indicate speed; a reaction can be spontaneous but slow, like the conversion of diamond to graphite.

Hint

The notes emphasize this distinction.

Question Info

Course: CHM 101
Topic: Chemical Thermodynamics
Type: Objective
Difficulty: Not specified
Question 906 of 1872
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