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CHM 101 Chemical Thermodynamics Objective Question

Question

What does ΔG > 0 indicate?
Options
A ΔS_univ > 0, process is spontaneous
B ΔS_univ < 0, process is nonspontaneous
Correct Answer
C System is at equilibrium
D Process is reversible
Correct Answer

Option B is the correct answer.

Detailed Explanation

If ΔG > 0, then ΔS_univ < 0, and the process is nonspontaneous.

Hint

The notes state this.

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