Section 4 - Energetics Flashcards
Define enthalpy.
A measure of the heat content of a substance.
Define enthalpy change.
Change in heat content at a constant pressure.
What are the standard conditions for an enthalpy reaction?
100kPa and 298K
Define standard enthalpy change of formation.
The enthalpy change when one mole of a compound is formed from its elements in their standard states under standard conditions.
Define enthalpy change of combustion.
The enthalpy change when one mole of a substance is completely burned in oxygen under standard conditions.
Define enthalpy change of neutralisation.
The enthalpy change when one mole of water is formed in a reaction between an acid and alkali under standard conditions.
What are the equations used in calorimetry?
1) q = mc/\T 2) moles = mass/Mr or conc x vol/1000 3) Enthalpy Change = q/moles
Define bond enthalpy.
The enthalpy change that occurs when one mole of a covalent bond is broken in the gaseous state.
What is the enthalpy change of an exothermic reaction?
Negative.
What is the enthalpy change of an endothermic reaction?
Positive.
Are oxidation reactions usually exo or endothermic?
Exothermic.
Are thermal decomposition reactions exo or endothermic?
Endothermic.
How is mean bond enthalpy calculated?
It is the average energy needed to break a certain type of bond over a range of compounds.
Are mean bond enthalpies always positive or negative?
Positive - endothermic.
How is enthalpy change calculated using mean bond enthalpies?
Total energy absorbed - Total energy released i.e. bonds broken - bonds formed.
How can you calculate enthalpy change of combustion using calorimetry? (3 steps)
1) Burn flammable liquid in calorimeter 2) Measure temp change of known mass of water 3) Use the equations
How can you calculate enthalpy change in solution using calorimetry? (5 steps)
1) Add known vol of acid to insulated container 2) Record temp 3) Add known volume of alkali 4) Stir and record temp at regular intervals 5) Use the equations
What are 3 issues with accuracy of calorimetry experiments?
- Heat lost to surroundings - Incomplete combustion of fuel - Flammable liquids can evaporate