Question

Which of the following is called Energy of activation or Eact?
A) The energy released during an exergonic reaction .
B) The additional energy required for reactions to occur spontaneously .
C) The energy consumed during an endergonic reaction

Answer 1

I think the best answer from the choices listed above is option B. The energy of activation is the additional energy required for reactions to occur spontaneously. It is the energy required and available for a reaction to happen. Hope this answers the question.