AP Chemistryeasymcq1 pt
Hess's law works because enthalpy is
A.a state function
B.a path function
C.always negative
D.temperature-dependent only
Explanation
Core Concept
State functions depend only on initial and final states, so any valid path between them yields the same ΔH. You can add manipulated steps like algebra.
Correct Answer
Aa state function
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