The value of E rxn for an exothermic reaction is always negative. (a) Why is this so

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The value of ΔErxn for an exothermic reaction is always negative.

(a) Why is this so in terms of Ereactants versus Eproducts?

(b) Why is this so in terms of bonds broken in the reactants versus bonds formed in the products?

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Introductory Chemistry Atoms First

ISBN: 9780321927118

5th Edition

Authors: Steve Russo And Michael Silver

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