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CHM 101 Chemical Thermodynamics Objective Question

Question

What is a nonspontaneous process?
Options
A A process that is always exothermic
B A process that does not occur on its own and requires an input of energy or coupling to another process
Correct Answer
C A process that occurs naturally
D A process that is always fast
Correct Answer

Option B is the correct answer.

Detailed Explanation

A nonspontaneous process does not occur on its own and requires an input of energy or coupling to another process, like extracting iron from iron ore.

Hint

The notes define nonspontaneous process.

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