Energetics – Progress checker

1) Give the definition for enthalpy change of neutralization.

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2) Give the definition for enthalpy of solution.
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3) A) Give an equation for the enthalpy of solution for Magnesium chloride.
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B) 4.7g of magnesium chloride was dissolved in 0.5dm3 of water. The temperature went from 21OC to 26OC.
Calculate the following individual parts with their units. All answers to 3 s.f.

q=

mol =

∆H =

4) Solve the following problems by identifying the value of ∆H.

b) Draw and label a reaction profile diagram for the reaction above. Make sure that an appropriate level of
detail is included.

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 5) A student suggests that the enthalpy of atomization is always exothermic. State if you agree or disagree and
justify your answer.
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6) Ionic substances form Lattices. Explain the difference between lattice formation and lattice dissociation and
explain if it is possible to predict the sign (not magnitude) of delta H. Ensure that you provide reasoning.

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7)

The enthalpy of neutralization for nitric acid and hydrochloric acid is nearly identical. Explain why this is.

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8) Solve the following problem.

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