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Chapter 8, Problem 8.26E
Interpretation Introduction
Interpretation:
The energy diagrams for the given reactions are to be drawn and the similarities and differences between the two are to be stated.
Concept introduction:
The energy relationships of a reaction are explained on the basis of energy diagrams. In an exothermic reaction, the energy of products is lower than that of the reactants. On the other hand, in an endothermic reaction, the energy of reactants is lower than that of the products. Also, the activation energy for different reactions is different.
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