Assume each reaction is carried out in an open container. For which reaction will H = E?
- 2CO(g) + O2(g) 2CO2(g)
- H2(g) + Br2(g) 2HBr(g)
- C(s) + 2H2O(g) 2H2(g) + CO2(g)
- PCl5(g) PCl3(g) + Cl2(g)
Answer
(2) H2(g) + Br2(g) 2HBr(g)
Solution
H = E + ng RT
∴ H = E only when ng = 0 (moles of gaseous products − moles of gaseous reactants).
(1) ng = 2 - 3 = -1
(2) ng = 2 - 2 = 0
(3) ng = 3 - 2 = +1 (solid C is not counted)
(4) ng = 2 - 1 = +1
Answer: (2)