Three thermochemical equations are given below (i) C(graphite) + O2(g) CO2(g); r H = x kJ mol-1 (ii) C(graphite) + 12O2(g) CO(g); r H = y kJ mol-1 (iii) CO(g) + 12O2(g) CO2(g); r H = z kJ mol-1 Based on the above equations, find out which of the relationship given below is correct.
- z = x + y
- x = y + z
- y = 2z − x
- x = y − z
Answer
(2) x = y + z
Solution
Adding equations (ii) and (iii):
C(graphite) + O2(g) CO2(g), which is equation (i).
As per Hess's law, the enthalpy change is the same whether the reaction occurs in one step or several steps.
∴ x = y + z
Answer: (2)