In thermochemistry, a \"coupled reaction\" is based on the concept that: a. the
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Question
In thermochemistry, a "coupled reaction" is based on the concept that:
a. the enthalpy and entropy of a reaction are interdependent ("coupled") on each other
b. a nonstandard-state reaction can be "coupled" with a standard-state reaction to result in a spontaneous process (negative G)
c. a thermodynamically favorable reaction can be used to drive a thermodynamically unfavorable reaction by "coupling" the two reactions together simultaneously
d. "like dissolves like" and "opposites attract"
e. all reactions reach a thermodynamic equilibrium ("coupling") at a specific set of conditions
Explanation / Answer
a thermodynamically favorable reaction can be used to drive a thermodynamically unfavorable reaction by "coupling" the two reactions together simultaneously