Chapter 18, Problem 18.59QP

Interpretation Introduction

Interpretation: The sign of $\Delta G_{\text{rxn}}^{\text{ο}}$ is to be predicted for value of $K$ less than $1$.

Concept introduction: The $\Delta G_{\text{rxn}}^{\text{ο}}$ is calculated by the formula,

$\Delta G_{\text{rxn}}^{\text{ο}}=-\text{R}T\ln K$

To determine: The sign of $\Delta G_{\text{rxn}}^{\text{ο}}$ for value of $K$ less than $1$.