Calculating enthalpy changes Flashcards
1
Q
Calculate the heat energy transferred
A
Q = m x c x T
2
Q
Steps to calculate the molar enthalpy change
A
1) Calculate the heat energy change (Q)
2) Find out how many moles of fuel produced this energy change
3) Calculate the energy change by dividing the number of moles by the heat energy change
3
Q
What type of reaction is combustion?
A
Exothermic (negative enthalpy change)
