Chapter 4, Problem 4J.4AST

Interpretation Introduction

Interpretation:

The stabilities of glucose and its elements under standard conditions have to be compared.

Concept Introduction:

Glucose is the product of photosynthesis and is made up of ${\text{CO}}_{\text{2}}$ and ${\text{H}}_{\text{2}}\text{O}$ which are both relatively stable.  The relative stability of the product depends upon the Gibb’s free molar energy change.  The negative value means the compound is stable and the reaction was feasible and if the value is positive then vice versa.