For a certain process, at 311 K, ΔG = -20.5 kJ and ΔH = -8.00 kJ. If the process is carried out reversibly, what is the amount of useful work that can be performed?

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The amount of useful work that can be performed in a reversible process is given by the change in Gibbs free energy (ΔG). In this case, ΔG = -20.5 kJ, indicating that the maximum amount of useful work that can be performed is 20.5 kJ (in the negative direction, meaning energy is released).

For a Certain Process, at 311 K, ΔG = -20