Chapter 12: Changes Of Phase Flashcards
Describe a closed system
One that matter can’t enter or escape but NRG can; but theoretically no system can be completely closed
Define equilibrium
The dynamic condition in which 2 opposing changes occur at equal rates in the same closed system
Why is the closed system a theoretical construct?
Bc no system can be completely closed
Defoe a phase and give and example
Any part of a system with uniform composition and properties
Ex: flask of eyed with a stopper in it is a liquid/vapor closed system. Liquid and vapor being the phases
What can wayer molecules at the surface do ?
Gain NRG and escape the surface(evaporate)
Why can water molecules at the surface evaporate easier?
These molecules at the surface are not held in place by surrounding molecules
When will an equilibrium be established?
If temperature remains constant there is a point where the amount of evaporation will equal the amount of condensation
At equilibrium what happens tithe relative amounts of liquid and vapor?
Remain constant but not necessarily equal
What is the equilibrium expression
Liquid + heat vapor
What happens when a system at equilibrium experiences stress? Le Chaltiers theory of stress.
A new equilibrium will be established that will minimize stress
State the equation for the effects of temperature
Liquid + NRG vapor
What is the result when NRG is adde to a system at equilibrium and vice versa
The rxn is pushed forward
The rxn is pushed into reverse
Both forming new equilibrium a
State the equation for the effects of p
Liq + NRG vapor
Which state of matter responds from a change in p
Gases
Explain how an increase in P will effect the system and decrease
Pushes equilibrium to the left and decreasing to the right
What other stress has the same effect as V
P
What happens when a volume of gas decreases and vice versa
P increases
Decreases ( think Boyles law)
Define EVP
The P exerted by a vapor that is at equil. With it’s liquid