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What is not correct about ΔHr :

Correct answer: B. It is always negative

  • A. Its value gives an idea about the relative stability of reactants and the products
  • B. It is always negative
  • C. Value depends upon nature of bonds
  • D. Its value may be negative or positive

Explanation

The standard enthalpy of formation of a compound is the amount of heat absorbed or evolved when one mole of compound is formed from its elements under standard conditions. It may be +ve or -ve.The standard enthalpy of formation provides a measure of the stability and energy content of a compound. A negative value for ΔH°f indicates that the compound is more stable than its constituent elements, meaning energy is released during the formation process (exothermic reaction). Conversely, a positive value for ΔH°f indicates that the compound is less stable than its constituent elements, meaning energy is absorbed during the formation process (endothermic reaction).

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