The first thing we need for this problem are the Gibbs Free Energy of formation values:
C (graphite) = 0 kJ/mol
C (diamond) = 29 kJ/mol
The equation to find ΔGrxn
What is the standard Gibbs free energy for the transformation of diamond to graphite at 298 K?
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