energetics Flashcards
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definition of the enthalpy change of formation?
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energy change when one mole of a compound is formed from its elements in their standard states
2
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definition of enthalpy change of combustion?
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energy change when one mole of a substance is burnt completely in oxygen under standard conditions with all substances
3
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definition of bond enthalpy?
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change in energy when one mole of gaseous covalent bonds is broken
4
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state Hess’s law
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the enthalpy change during a chemical reaction is independent of the steps taken
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