Question

select the correct answer.

in a given chemical reaction, the energy of the products is greater than the energy of the reactants. which statement is true for this reaction?

a. energy is absorbed in the reaction.

b. energy is released in the reaction.

c. no energy is transferred in the reaction.

d. energy is created in the reaction.

e. energy is lost in the reaction.

Explanation:

In chemical reactions, energy conservation applies (energy can't be created/lost). If products have more energy than reactants, the reaction must absorb energy (endothermic). Option A fits: energy is absorbed to increase product energy. B is exothermic (products have less energy), C is false (energy transfers), D violates conservation, E is false.

Answer:

A. Energy is absorbed in the reaction.