| Nitroglycerine is an explosive compound. Consider the energy profile of the decomposition of nitroglycerine. Which statement is true? |
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| A) Nitroglycerine has less chemical energy than its products. |
| B) Mass is created during this chemical reaction. |
| C) Gases and energy are produced during the decomposition of nitroglycerine. |
| D) The products of this reaction have more mass and energy than the reactants. |
| E) None of the above are true. |