Re: Free-energy change

Sourcrout (crouthmr@plu.edu)
Mon, 17 Mar 1997 10:38:28 -0800 (PST)

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A negative ^G means energy is released (exergonic) and a positive ^G means
energy is taken in (endergonic). Exergonic reactions are also spontaneous,
whereas endergonic reactions require an energy source (heat).
Hope this helps.

On Mon, 17 Mar 1997 archerka@plu.edu wrote:

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> Could someone explain the difference between a negative free-energy
> change and a positive free-energy change?
>
> Thanks- Kristy
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