For an endothermic reaction,the energy of activation is $E_a$ and the enthalpy of reaction is $\Delta H$ (both in $kJ/mol$). The minimum value of $E_a$ will be:

  • A
    less than $\Delta H$
  • B
    equal to $\Delta H$
  • C
    more than $\Delta H$
  • D
    equal to zero

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