The internal energy of the combustion products is ____________________ compared to that of reactants?

Correct answer: B. Less

  • A. More
  • B. Less
  • C. Equal
  • D. More or less; (depends on the state of fuel.)

Explanation

For combustion under the usual comparison conditions, chemical energy is released, leaving the products at a lower internal-energy level than the reactants. This is why the combustion reaction has a negative heat effect.

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