COMBUSTION Flashcards

1
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definition for standard enthalpy of combustion

A

the enthalpy change when 1 mole of substance is completely burned in oxygen
all reactants and products in their standard states

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2
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simple calorimeter

A

measure:
mass of water
temp change
mass of fuel burnt

assumes all heat is transferred to the water

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3
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source of error with simple calorimeter

A

heat loss
incomplete combustion

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