Under the conditions of a given reaction, a positive OG' means
A)the reaction is spontaneous.
B)work can be done.
C)the reaction will not occur.
D)the reaction is at equilibrium.
E)no energy needs to be added.

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A positive Gibbs free energy change (ΔG') indicates that the reaction is non-spontaneous under the given conditions, meaning it will not occur without the input of energy.

Under the Conditions of a Given Reaction, a Positive OG