Answer: The correct answer is true.
Explanation:
There are two types of reactions based on the heat absorbed or released:
1. Exothermic reactions: In these reactions, heat is released. The energy of the products is less than the energy of the reactants. The [tex]\Delta H[/tex] for these reactions is negative.
2. Endothermic reactions: In these reactions, heat is absorbed by the reactants. The energy of the products is more than the energy of the reactants. The [tex]\Delta H[/tex] for these reactions is positive.
In the given equation:
[tex]P_4+5O_2\rightarrow P_4O_{10}+712kCal[/tex]
The energy is written on the product side, which means that the heat is released in the reaction. Hence, the given equation is a exothermic reaction.
Therefore, the given statement is true.
