[Campbell Biology P.197] Which of the following characteristics is TRUE for an exergonic rea... | Practice Question

Which of the following characteristics is TRUE for an exergonic reaction?

  • option_A: It absorbs free energy from its surroundings.
  • option_B: Its ΔG value is positive.
  • option_C: It is a spontaneous reaction that releases net free energy.
  • option_D: It proceeds only when energy is continuously supplied.

Explanation

The text defines an exergonic reaction as one that proceeds with a net release of free energy, resulting in a negative ΔG. Such reactions are spontaneous.