Question

21 Given the balanced equation representing a reaction:O2 --> O + O

What occurs during this reaction?
(1) Energy is absorbed as bonds are broken.
(2) Energy is absorbed as bonds are formed.
(3) Energy is released as bonds are broken.
(4) Energy is released as bonds arc formed.

Answer 1

(1) Energy is absorbed as bonds are broken is the correct answer.

Energy is absorbed, providing O2 with energy to break the bonds.

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