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A decomposition reaction is known to have for the forward direction
CHEMISTRY · Subjective · A Level · Chemistry · Energetics · Energetics
Problem
A decomposition reaction is known to have
Δ
H
=
+
60
kJ
\Delta H=+60\;\text{kJ}
Δ
H
=
+
60
kJ
for the forward direction. Without performing any calculations, classify the reverse (synthesis) reaction as endothermic or exothermic and state the sign of
Δ
H
\Delta H
Δ
H
for the reverse reaction.
Related theory
Thermodynamics
Types of enthalpy
Endothermic and exothermic reactions
Enthalpy Changes of Reactions
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