enthalpy change diagram for combustion of methane
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Problem
enthalpy change diagram for combustion of methane
Step-by-step solution
The diagram shows that the enthalpy of the products is lower than the enthalpy of the reactants, indicating an exothermic reaction. For an exothermic reaction, heat is released by the system, so q < 0.
Answer
q < 0