An exothermic reaction $X \rightarrow Y$ has an activation energy of $30 \ kJ \ mol^{-1}$. If the energy change $\Delta E$ during the reaction is $-20 \ kJ \ mol^{-1}$,then the activation energy for the reverse reaction in $kJ \ mol^{-1}$ is $...$.

  • A
    $40$
  • B
    $250$
  • C
    $50$
  • D
    $150$

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