How does a more negative heat of formation indicate a more stable compound? Can this be shown through an energy diagram?

Introductory Chemistry For Today
8th Edition
ISBN:9781285644561
Author:Seager
Publisher:Seager
Chapter11: Organic Compounds: Alkanes
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How does a more negative heat of formation indicate a more stable compound? Can this be shown through an energy diagram?

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