For an exothermic reaction,where the enthalpy of reaction is $\Delta H$ in $kJ/mol$,the minimum value for the activation energy will be:

  • A
    Less than $\Delta H$
  • B
    Zero
  • C
    More than $\Delta H$
  • D
    Equal to $\Delta H$

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