Delta G

[Ghadir Seder 1G]

Can someone explain to me what the difference between delta g and delta g naught is? How does this difference change the values in the equation?

[Jessica Castellanos]

Delta G naught is Gibb's Free Energy at standard state since the degree mark, naught, indicates substance in standard state

[Louise Lin 2B]

also, delta G naught usually refers to the reaction in a laboratory setting, while delta G refers to reactions in a biological setting, like within the body.

[Brian J Cheng 1I]

But how are calculations different for each? and how will we tell when to use delta G or delta G naught in calculations?

[MAC 4G]

I believe someone answered the question of when to use which equation really well here:
viewtopic.php?f=135&t=59535&p=224882&hilit=delta+g+delta+g+naught&sid=dbd85a72ff5163bdbee84a646ab24983#p224882

[Brian J Cheng 1I]

Thanks Mac! That was very helpful.

[CameronDis2K]

Delta G (not) is the standard state of the Gibbs free energy of a compound, usually at 1atm and 25C (temperature). Delta G by itself depends on the compounds and non-STP conditions.