Which of the following is a misconception regarding chemical reactions?

All reactions release energy

Reactions always require reactants

Some reactions can occur without external energy

All reactions create new substances

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Answer and Solution

A. All reactions release energy

It is a misconception that all reactions release energy. Some reactions, like endothermic reactions, absorb energy instead.

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