Thermodynamics Versus Kinetics
A reaction with ΔG° = -45 kJ/mol shows no observable product formation after 24 hours at room temperature. Which of the following statements best explains this observation?
A
The system has reached chemical equilibrium
B
The calculated ΔG° value must be incorrect
C
The reaction is under kinetic control with high activation energy
D
The reaction is thermodynamically unfavorable
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