Thermochemistry Flashcards
Thermochemistry:
The study of heat changes associated with physical, chemical and nuclear processes.
Potential Energy:
Stored energy.
Kinetic Energy:
The energy of motion.
Exothermic Processes:
Energy is released to its surroundings. It is mathematically negative.
Endothermic Processes:
Energy is absorbed from its surroundings. It is mathematically positive.
If energy is a reactant it is ___________.
endothermic
If energy is a product it is __________.
exothermic
Photosynthesis is (endo/exo)thermic.
endo
Cellular respiration is (endo/exo)thermic
exo
What is total enthalpy affected by?
Molecular structure of the substance and the mass of the substance
What are the units for enthalpy?
kJ
What are the units for molar enthalpy?
kJ/mol
Describe the endothermic chemical reaction.
Bonds of the reactants are broken and energy is required.
Describe the exothermic chemical reaction.
Bonds of the products are reformed and energy is released.
Does an exothermic visual diagram start high or low?
High.
Does an endothermic visual diagram start high or low?
Low.