Topic Details (Notes format)

Reaction Coupling

Subject: Chemistry

Book: General Chemistry

Reaction coupling links a nonspontaneous reaction (positive ΔG) with a highly spontaneous one (negative ΔG) so the overall process is spontaneous. In biology, ATP hydrolysis (which has a large negative ΔG) frequently drives endergonic processes, such as muscle contraction or active transport. This principle is also used industrially, pairing unfavorable steps with exothermic ones to achieve net feasibility.

Practice Questions

Which element is used in lithium-ion batteries?

View Question

Which compound is commonly known as ammonium nitrate?

View Question

What is the chemical formula for sodium silicate?

View Question

What is the chemical formula for ammonium chloride?

View Question

Which element is a key component of DNA and RNA?

View Question

Which acid is present in lemon juice?

View Question

What is the chemical formula for propanol?

View Question

Which acid is often referred to as the "king of chemicals"?

View Question

Which element is represented by the symbol 'Cl'?

View Question

What is the chemical formula for ethanol?

View Question