If the potential energy in the chemical bonds of the reactants is greater than the potential energy in the chemical bonds of the product,
A) energy must be supplied for the reaction to occur.
B) energy is released by the reaction.
C) the chemical reaction equalizes the potential energy levels.
D) energy has not been gained or lost.
E) energy is not a factor in the reaction.

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Energy is released by the reaction when the potential energy in the chemical bonds of the reactants is greater than that in the products, as energy difference is released to the surroundings.

If the Potential Energy in the Chemical Bonds of the Reactants