Question

How is delta G related to the equilibrium constant?

Answer 1

The relationship is:

`DeltaG^(0)=-RTlnK`

`R` is the gas constant = `8.31"J/K""/""mol"`

`T` is the absolute temperature

`K` is the equilibrium constant

Large values of `K` result in negative values of `DeltaG` indicating reaction spontaneity.