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Published on: August 14, 2026
In a reversible reaction the energy of activation of the forward reaction is 50 kcal. The energy of activation for the reverse reaction will be
A
B
either greater than or less than 50 kcal
C
50 kcal
D
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Verified by ExpertsThe correct answer is:
B
Thus energy of activation for reverse reaction depend upon whether reaction is exothermic or endothermic.
If reaction is exothermic, 
If reaction is endothermic, 
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