Thermodynamics Flashcards
What is enthalpy of formation
The enthalpy change when one mole of a compound is formed from its elements, with all reactants and products in their standard states under standard conditions
Is enthalpy of formation exo or endothermic
It is exothermic
What is enthalpy of atomisation
Enthalpy change for the formation of one mole of gaseous atoms from elements in their standard state
What is the equation for enthalpy of atomisation of Na (state what type of bond is broken)
Na(s) —> Na(g)
( metallic bonds broken
What is the enthalpy of atomisation equation for Cl (state what type of bond is broken)
1/2Cl2(g) —> Cl(g)
Intermolecular forces broken
What is first ionisation energy
X(g) —> X+ + e-
Is ionisation energy an exothermic or endothermic reaction
It is endothermic
Why is ionisation energy endothermic
Because energy is required to overcome the electrostatic force of attraction between the nucleus of the atom and the electron being removed
Explain why successive ionisation energies are more endothermic
It is harder to remove an electron from a more positive ion
Electron that is being removed is closer to the nucleus therefore more strongly attracted
What is the equation for 1st elctron affinity
X(g) + e- –> X-(g)
Is 1st electron affinity exo or endothermic
Exothermic
Explain why 1st electron affinity has a negative ΔH
There is a net attractive force between the nucleus of the atom and the electron added therefore energy is released
What is the equation for second electron affinity
X-(g) + e- –> X2-(g)
Explain why second electron affinity and and successive energy affinities are endothermic
Repulsion between the negative ion and electron
Therefore energy is required to overcome repulsion
State a trend in successive electron affinities
They get progressively more endothermic
What is Lattice dissociation
The standard enthalpy change for the dissociation of one mole of a solid ionic lattice into its gaseous ions
What is the general formula for lattice dissociation
MX(s) —> M+(g) + X-(g)