Which statement explains why the electrolysis of hydrochloric acid (HCl) is an endothermic reaction?
It results in two distinct gases, not liquids or solids.
It results in two distinct gases, not liquids or solids.
It requires bonds to be broken.
It requires bonds to be broken.
It requires electricity to sustain the reaction.
It requires electricity to sustain the reaction.
It releases more energy than it absorbs.