For a reaction A → B , enthalpy of reaction is - 4 . 2   kJ   mol - 1 and enthalpy of activation is 9 . 6   kJ   mol - 1 . The correct potential energy profile for the reaction is shown in the option.

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For a reaction A &#8594; B , enthalpy of reaction is - 4 . 2 &#160; kJ &#160; mol - 1 and enthalpy of activation is 9 . 6 &#160; kJ &#160; mol - 1 . The correct potential energy profile for the reaction is shown in the option.

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Only option (B) is exothermic. Rest all options are endothermic.

For a reaction A → B , enthalpy of reaction is - 4 . 2   kJ   mol - 1 and enthalpy of activation is 9 . 6   kJ   mol - 1 . The correct potential energy profile for the reaction is shown in the option.

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For a reaction A &#8594; B , enthalpy of reaction is - 4 . 2 &#160; kJ &#160; mol - 1 and enthalpy of activation is 9 . 6 &#160; kJ &#160; mol - 1 . The correct potential energy profile for the reaction is shown in the option.

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For a reaction A → B , enthalpy of reaction is - 4 . 2 kJ mol - 1 and enthalpy of activation is 9 . 6 kJ mol - 1 . The correct potential energy profile for the reaction is shown in the option.