According to the graph, which of the following statement is correct?
A
The change in enthalpy will have a negative value.
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B
The activation energy slowed down the reaction rate.
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C
There was a net gain of potential energy.
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D
The presence of an activation complex increased the amount of energy gained in the products.
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Solution
The correct option is A The change in enthalpy will have a negative value. According to the image, the energy of the product is less than the reactant. This means this equation has released energy and is exothermic. Therefore, ΔH is negative.