Chapter 21.1, Problem 21.3CIAP

Interpretation Introduction

Interpretation:

The given process should be identified that whether it is endergonic or exergonic.

Concept Introduction:

Exergonic: The reaction is considered as exergonic if energy released since the reactants loses its energy making the free energy more negative hence making it spontaneous reaction. The $\text{ΔG}$ value will be negative since free energy is released.

Endergonic: The reaction is considered as endergonic if it needs more energy means that activation energy is much higher making the reaction non spontaneous. The $\text{ΔG}$ value will be positive since free energy is absorbed.