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For the reaction given below the values of standard Gibbs free energy of formation at 298 K are given. What is the nature of reaction?
I2+H2S2HI+S
Gof(HI)=1.8 kJ mol1,Gof(H2S)=33.8 kJ mol1

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Non-spontaneous in forward direction.
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Spontaneous in forward direction.
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Spontaneous in backward direction.
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Non-spontaneous in both forward and backward directions.
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Solution

The correct option is B Spontaneous in forward direction.
I2+H2S2HI+S
Go=Gof(Products)Gof(Reactants)
Go=(2×1.8+0)(0+33.8)=30.2 kJ
Hence, reaction is spontaneous in forward direction.

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