Question

If the transition of a system from one state to another state resulted in negative free energy change then it is known as a spontaneous reaction.

(a) True

(b) False

I got this question in an interview for job.

The origin of the question is Modern Theory Principles in division Modern Theory Principles of Corrosion Engineering

Answer 1

Correct option is (a) True

For explanation I would say: If the transition of a system from one state to another state resulted in negative free energy change then it is known as a spontaneous reaction. It means the free energy of products is less than the free energy of reactants.