Assertion $(A)$: For every chemical reaction at equilibrium,standard Gibbs energy change of the reaction is zero.
Reason $(R)$: At constant temperature and pressure,chemical reactions are spontaneous in the direction of decreasing Gibbs energy.

  • A
    Both $(A)$ and $(R)$ are correct and $(R)$ is the correct explanation of $(A)$
  • B
    Both $(A)$ and $(R)$ are correct but $(R)$ is not the correct explanation of $(A)$
  • C
    $(A)$ is correct and $(R)$ is not correct
  • D
    $(A)$ is not correct but $(R)$ is correct

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Reason: At constant temperature and pressure,a chemical reaction is spontaneous in the direction of decreasing Gibbs energy.

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