MCQ
The sign of $\Delta\text{G}$ for a spontaneous and non $-$ spontaneous process respectively are :
  • A
    Positive and negative.
  • Negative and positive.
  • C
    Zero and positive.
  • D
    Positive and zero.

Answer

Correct option: B.
Negative and positive.
gives a criteria for spontaneity at constant pressure and temperature.
  1. If $\Delta\text{G}$ is negative $(< 0),$ the process is spontaneous.
  2. If $\Delta\text{G}$ is positive $(> 0),$ the process is non$-$spontaneous.

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