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Thermodynamic predicts that the reaction of H_(2)" with " O_(2) at normal temperature and pressure is spontaneous . However , if a mixture of H_(2) and O_(2)is kept for years in a closed container at normal conditions , no perceptible amount of water is found to be produced . Why does it so happen ? |
| Answer» Solution :This happens because of very HIGH activation ENERGY for the formation REACTION of WATER from`H_(2) and O_(2)` . As a result, the reaction occur tooslowly to form even a perceptible amount of water. | |