Chapter 18, Problem 18.13QP

Interpretation Introduction

Interpretation:

The explanation for the free energy change in a spontaneous process and diagram for free energy change with extent of reaction has to be given.

Concept introduction:

Spontaneous process:

The chemical or physical change can takes place by itself without the help of surroundings are called as spontaneous process $\left(\text{ΔG}\text{<}\text{0}\right)\text{.}$

Example – Melting of ice to water.

To explain: the free energy change in a spontaneous process