Exothermic reactions

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Which statement about the energy profile diagram for an exothermic reaction is correct?

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Correct option: The reactants are at a higher energy level than the products.

Common mistakes: Choosing positive ΔH for exothermic; Confusing product and reactant positions

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A1 · 1 mark · Correct option chosen.

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The correct answer is: The reactants are at a higher energy level than the products.