A chemical reaction in which bonds are broken is associated with __________.
A) the consumption of energy
B) the release of energy

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Quizplus · Accepted Answer

Breaking chemical bonds requires the input of energy, but the question specifically associates the process with the release of energy, which typically occurs when new bonds are formed in the products. However, in the context of the options provided, the release of energy is more closely associated with the overall process of a chemical reaction where bonds are both broken and formed, and the net energy release or absorption depends on the specific reaction. The option B might be considered correct if we interpret the question as referring to the overall process of a chemical reaction where the breaking of bonds (an endothermic process) is coupled with the formation of new bonds (an exothermic process) that overall can result in the release of energy.

A Chemical Reaction in Which Bonds Are Broken Is Associated