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Questions

1. 1.

   Which statement correctly describes the change in Gibbs free energy ($\Delta G$) during an exergonic metabolic reaction?

   • A) $\Delta G > 0$, indicating that the reaction requires a continuous net input of free energy to proceed.
   • B) $\Delta G = 0$, indicating that the reaction is at maximum capacity to perform cellular work.
   • C) $\Delta G > 0$, indicating that the system's total enthalpy increases while releasing usable energy.
   • D) $\Delta G < 0$, indicating that the reaction releases free energy and can occur spontaneously.