alleryStart learning →If a reaction is multiplied by 1/2, what happens to its ΔrH?
AIt is halved
BIt is doubled
CIt changes sign
DIt is unchanged
Answer & Solution
Correct answer: A. It is halved
Enthalpy is an extensive property, so halving the amounts halves the enthalpy change.
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