Question

If ∆G^‘° of the reaction A → B is -40kJ/mol under standard conditions then the reaction ____________

(a) Will never reach equilibrium

(b) Will not occur spontaneously

(c) Will proceed at a rapid rate

(d) Will proceed from left to right spontaneously

This question was addressed to me in an interview for internship.

My question comes from Bioenergetics and Thermodynamics topic in division Principles of Bioenergetics and Glycolysis of Biochemistry

Answer 1

The correct choice is (d) Will proceed from left to right spontaneously

To explain I would say: If ∆G^‘° < 0, reaction proceeds from left to right that means products are favored.