What is the primary factor that determines whether a reaction will proceed spontaneously?

A. The concentration of reactants
B. The activation energy
C. The Gibbs free energy change
D. The temperature

Answer: The Gibbs free energy change

Additional Information: The Gibbs free energy change (ΔG) determines the spontaneity of a reaction; a negative ΔG indicates spontaneity.

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