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Based on the standard free energies of formation, which of the following reactions represent a feasible way to synthesize the product?A. 2C(s)+H2(g)→C2H2(g); ΔG∘f=209.2 kJ/molB. N2(g)+3H2(g)→2NH3(g); ΔG∘f=−33.30 kJ/molC. 2C(s)+2H2(g)→C2H4(g); ΔG∘f=68.20 kJ/molD. 2SO(g)+O2(g)→2SO2(g); ΔG∘f=−600.4 kJ/mol

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Answer:

Option B and D

Step-by-step explanation:

The Gibb's free energy also referred to as the gibb's function represented with letter G. it is the amount of useful work obtained from a system at constant temperature and pressure. The standard gibb's free energy on the other hand is a state function represented as Delta-G, as it depends on the initial and final states of the system.

A feasible way to synthesize the product entails the spontaneity of the reaction.

The spontaneity of a reaction is explained by the standard gibb's free energy.

If Delta-G = -ve ( the reaction is spontaneous)

if Delta -G = +ve ( the reaction is non-spontaneous)

if Delta-G = 0 ( the reaction is at equilibrium)

Hence the option (B and D) with negative Gibb's free energy are the reaction that are spontaneous.

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