Question

select the correct answer. in a given chemical reaction, the energy of the products is less than the energy of the reactants. which statement is true for this chemical reaction? a. energy is absorbed in the reaction. b. energy is released in the reaction. c. there is no transfer of energy in the reaction. d. energy is lost in the reaction.

Explanation:

Step1: Recall energy - change concept

In an exothermic reaction, energy of products < energy of reactants. Energy is released.

Step2: Analyze options

Since energy of products < energy of reactants, it's an exothermic reaction and energy is released.

Answer:

B. Energy is released in the reaction.