The values of and for the reaction, C(graphite) + CO2(g) 2CO(g) are 170 kJ and 170 J K-1, respectively. This reaction will be spontaneous at
- 910 K
- 1110 K
- 510 K
- 710 K
Answer
(2) 1110 K
Solution
= - T ; the reaction is spontaneous when < 0, i.e. T >
⇒ T > 170 1000 J170 J K-1
⇒ T > 1000 K
∴ Of the given temperatures, the reaction is spontaneous only at 1110 K.
Answer: (2)