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Grade 11 : Chemistry - Thermodynamics (Set 4)— Questions & Detailed Solutions
Q1
A sample of ideal gas in a cylinder fitted with a frictionless piston expands from 2.0 L to 6.0 L against a constant external pressure of 2.0 atm. During this expansion, the gas absorbs 500 J of heat from the surroundings. ($1\text{ L}\cdot\text{atm} = 101.3\text{ J}$).
What is the change in internal energy ($\Delta U$) of the gas system?
(A)
+310.4 J
(B)
-310.4 J
(C)
-1310.4 J
(D)
+1310.4 J
Q2
Consider the gaseous reaction: $\text{N}_2(g) + 3\text{H}_2(g) \rightarrow 2\text{NH}_3(g)$ occurring at 298 K. The internal energy change for the reaction is $\Delta U = -88.0\text{ kJ}$. ($R = 8.314\text{ J K}^{-1}\text{ mol}^{-1}$).Calculate the enthalpy change ($\Delta H$) for the reaction under standard conditions.
Consider the gaseous reaction: $\text{N}_2(g) + 3\text{H}_2(g) \rightarrow 2\text{NH}_3(g)$ occurring at 298 K. The internal energy change for the reaction is $\Delta U = -88.0\text{ kJ}$. ($R = 8.314\text{ J K}^{-1}\text{ mol}^{-1}$).
Calculate the enthalpy change ($\Delta H$) for the reaction under standard conditions.
(A)
-92.95 kJ
(B)
-83.05 kJ
(C)
+92.95 kJ
(D)
-88.00 kJ
Q3
Thermochemical Reaction $\Delta H^\circ\text{ (kJ)}$ (1) $\text{C}(s) + \text{O}_2(g) \rightarrow \text{CO}_2(g)$ -393.5 (2) $\text{CO}(g) + \frac{1}{2}\text{O}_2(g) \rightarrow \text{CO}_2(g)$ -283.0
Using Hess's Law and the table above, determine $\Delta H^\circ$ for the partial oxidation of carbon: $\text{C}(s) + \frac{1}{2}\text{O}_2(g) \rightarrow \text{CO}(g)$.
| Thermochemical Reaction | $\Delta H^\circ\text{ (kJ)}$ |
|---|---|
| (1) $\text{C}(s) + \text{O}_2(g) \rightarrow \text{CO}_2(g)$ | -393.5 |
| (2) $\text{CO}(g) + \frac{1}{2}\text{O}_2(g) \rightarrow \text{CO}_2(g)$ | -283.0 |
Using Hess's Law and the table above, determine $\Delta H^\circ$ for the partial oxidation of carbon: $\text{C}(s) + \frac{1}{2}\text{O}_2(g) \rightarrow \text{CO}(g)$.
(A)
-676.5 kJ
(B)
+110.5 kJ
(C)
-110.5 kJ
(D)
-283.0 kJ
Q4
A 0.50 g sample of benzoic acid is combusted in a bomb calorimeter with a total heat capacity of 2.50 kJ/K. The observed temperature rise is 5.00 K. The molar mass of benzoic acid is 122 g/mol.Calculate the molar internal energy of combustion ($\Delta U_{comb}$) for benzoic acid.
A 0.50 g sample of benzoic acid is combusted in a bomb calorimeter with a total heat capacity of 2.50 kJ/K. The observed temperature rise is 5.00 K. The molar mass of benzoic acid is 122 g/mol.
Calculate the molar internal energy of combustion ($\Delta U_{comb}$) for benzoic acid.
(A)
-3050 kJ/mol
(B)
-1525 kJ/mol
(C)
-6100 kJ/mol
(D)
+3050 kJ/mol
Q5
A 2.0 mol sample of an ideal gas expands isothermally and reversibly from an initial volume of 10.0 L to a final volume of 100.0 L at 300 K. ($R = 8.314\text{ J K}^{-1}\text{ mol}^{-1}$, $\ln(10) = 2.303$).What is the total work done ($w$) by the gas during this process?
A 2.0 mol sample of an ideal gas expands isothermally and reversibly from an initial volume of 10.0 L to a final volume of 100.0 L at 300 K. ($R = 8.314\text{ J K}^{-1}\text{ mol}^{-1}$, $\ln(10) = 2.303$).
What is the total work done ($w$) by the gas during this process?
(A)
+11.49 kJ
(B)
-11.49 kJ
(C)
-5.74 kJ
(D)
-22.98 kJ
Q6
A certain chemical reaction has an enthalpy change $\Delta H = -40.0\text{ kJ/mol}$ and an entropy change $\Delta S = -100.0\text{ J K}^{-1}\text{ mol}^{-1}$.At what temperature range will this reaction be spontaneous under standard conditions?
A certain chemical reaction has an enthalpy change $\Delta H = -40.0\text{ kJ/mol}$ and an entropy change $\Delta S = -100.0\text{ J K}^{-1}\text{ mol}^{-1}$.
At what temperature range will this reaction be spontaneous under standard conditions?
(A)
$T > 400\text{ K}$
(B)
$T < 400\text{ K}$
(C)
Spontaneous at all temperatures
(D)
Non-spontaneous at all temperatures
Q7
The molar heat of vaporization of liquid water at its boiling point ($100^\circ\text{C}$ / 373 K) is 40.66 kJ/mol.Calculate the standard molar entropy of vaporization ($\Delta S_{vap}$) of water.
The molar heat of vaporization of liquid water at its boiling point ($100^\circ\text{C}$ / 373 K) is 40.66 kJ/mol.
Calculate the standard molar entropy of vaporization ($\Delta S_{vap}$) of water.
(A)
$+109.0\text{ J K}^{-1}\text{ mol}^{-1}$
(B)
$-109.0\text{ J K}^{-1}\text{ mol}^{-1}$
(C)
$+40.66\text{ J K}^{-1}\text{ mol}^{-1}$
(D)
$+0.109\text{ J K}^{-1}\text{ mol}^{-1}$
Q8
Chemical Bond Mean Bond Dissociation Enthalpy (kJ/mol) C-H 414 Cl-Cl 243 C-Cl 330 H-Cl 431
Using the bond enthalpy table above, calculate $\Delta H$ for the chlorination of methane: $\text{CH}_4(g) + \text{Cl}_2(g) \rightarrow \text{CH}_3\text{Cl}(g) + \text{HCl}(g)$.
| Chemical Bond | Mean Bond Dissociation Enthalpy (kJ/mol) |
|---|---|
| C-H | 414 |
| Cl-Cl | 243 |
| C-Cl | 330 |
| H-Cl | 431 |
Using the bond enthalpy table above, calculate $\Delta H$ for the chlorination of methane: $\text{CH}_4(g) + \text{Cl}_2(g) \rightarrow \text{CH}_3\text{Cl}(g) + \text{HCl}(g)$.
(A)
+104 kJ/mol
(B)
-104 kJ/mol
(C)
-208 kJ/mol
(D)
+657 kJ/mol
Q9
Statement I: Internal energy ($U$) and Enthalpy ($H$) are state functions.
Statement II: Heat ($q$) and Work ($w$) are path functions.
Statement III: The sum $(q + w)$ depends on the path taken between states.
Evaluate the statements above and select the correct combination.
Statement I: Internal energy ($U$) and Enthalpy ($H$) are state functions.
Statement II: Heat ($q$) and Work ($w$) are path functions.
Statement III: The sum $(q + w)$ depends on the path taken between states.
Evaluate the statements above and select the correct combination.
(A)
Statements I, II, and III are all correct.
(B)
Statements I and II are correct, but Statement III is incorrect.
(C)
Statements II and III are correct, but Statement I is incorrect.
(D)
Only Statement I is correct.
Q10
A gas undergoes a cyclic process (A -> B -> C -> D -> A):
- Step A -> B: Isobaric expansion at $P = 4.0\text{ atm}$ from $V = 1.0\text{ L}$ to $V = 4.0\text{ L}$.
- Step B -> C: Isochoric cooling at $V = 4.0\text{ L}$ from $P = 4.0\text{ atm}$ to $P = 1.0\text{ atm}$.
- Step C -> D: Isobaric compression at $P = 1.0\text{ atm}$ from $V = 4.0\text{ L}$ to $V = 1.0\text{ L}$.
- Step D -> A: Isochoric heating at $V = 1.0\text{ L}$ back to $P = 4.0\text{ atm}$.Calculate the net work done by the system per cycle. ($1\text{ L}\cdot\text{atm} = 101.3\text{ J}$).
A gas undergoes a cyclic process (A -> B -> C -> D -> A):
- Step A -> B: Isobaric expansion at $P = 4.0\text{ atm}$ from $V = 1.0\text{ L}$ to $V = 4.0\text{ L}$.
- Step B -> C: Isochoric cooling at $V = 4.0\text{ L}$ from $P = 4.0\text{ atm}$ to $P = 1.0\text{ atm}$.
- Step C -> D: Isobaric compression at $P = 1.0\text{ atm}$ from $V = 4.0\text{ L}$ to $V = 1.0\text{ L}$.
- Step D -> A: Isochoric heating at $V = 1.0\text{ L}$ back to $P = 4.0\text{ atm}$.
- Step A -> B: Isobaric expansion at $P = 4.0\text{ atm}$ from $V = 1.0\text{ L}$ to $V = 4.0\text{ L}$.
- Step B -> C: Isochoric cooling at $V = 4.0\text{ L}$ from $P = 4.0\text{ atm}$ to $P = 1.0\text{ atm}$.
- Step C -> D: Isobaric compression at $P = 1.0\text{ atm}$ from $V = 4.0\text{ L}$ to $V = 1.0\text{ L}$.
- Step D -> A: Isochoric heating at $V = 1.0\text{ L}$ back to $P = 4.0\text{ atm}$.
Calculate the net work done by the system per cycle. ($1\text{ L}\cdot\text{atm} = 101.3\text{ J}$).
(A)
-911.7 J
(B)
+911.7 J
(C)
-303.9 J
(D)
0 J
Q11
For 1.0 mol of a monoatomic ideal gas, the molar heat capacity at constant volume is $C_v = \frac{3}{2} R$. Using Mayer's relation ($C_p - C_v = R$).What is the heat capacity ratio $\gamma = \frac{C_p}{C_v}$ for this gas?
For 1.0 mol of a monoatomic ideal gas, the molar heat capacity at constant volume is $C_v = \frac{3}{2} R$. Using Mayer's relation ($C_p - C_v = R$).
What is the heat capacity ratio $\gamma = \frac{C_p}{C_v}$ for this gas?
(A)
1.40
(B)
1.67
(C)
1.33
(D)
2.50
Q12
In a neutralization experiment, 100 mL of 0.5 M HCl is mixed with 100 mL of 0.5 M NaOH in a coffee-cup calorimeter. The standard enthalpy of neutralization for strong acid and strong base is -57.1 kJ/mol.Calculate the heat released ($q$) during this reaction.
In a neutralization experiment, 100 mL of 0.5 M HCl is mixed with 100 mL of 0.5 M NaOH in a coffee-cup calorimeter. The standard enthalpy of neutralization for strong acid and strong base is -57.1 kJ/mol.
Calculate the heat released ($q$) during this reaction.
(A)
57.1 kJ
(B)
2.855 kJ
(C)
5.71 kJ
(D)
1.428 kJ
Q13
Which of the following statements correctly expresses the Third Law of Thermodynamics?
Which of the following statements correctly expresses the Third Law of Thermodynamics?
(A)
Energy can neither be created nor destroyed in an isolated system.
(B)
The entropy of a perfectly crystalline substance approaches zero as temperature approaches absolute zero (0 K).
(C)
The total entropy of the universe increases in any spontaneous process.
(D)
Heat cannot flow spontaneously from a cooler body to a warmer body.
Q14
Substance Standard Enthalpy of Combustion $\Delta H_c^\circ\text{ (kJ/mol)}$ $\text{C}(s)$ -393.5 $\text{H}_2(g)$ -285.8 $\text{CH}_4(g)$ -890.3
Determine the standard enthalpy of formation ($\Delta H_f^\circ$) of methane gas: $\text{C}(s) + 2\text{H}_2(g) \rightarrow \text{CH}_4(g)$.
| Substance | Standard Enthalpy of Combustion $\Delta H_c^\circ\text{ (kJ/mol)}$ |
|---|---|
| $\text{C}(s)$ | -393.5 |
| $\text{H}_2(g)$ | -285.8 |
| $\text{CH}_4(g)$ | -890.3 |
Determine the standard enthalpy of formation ($\Delta H_f^\circ$) of methane gas: $\text{C}(s) + 2\text{H}_2(g) \rightarrow \text{CH}_4(g)$.
(A)
-74.8 kJ/mol
(B)
+74.8 kJ/mol
(C)
-1569.6 kJ/mol
(D)
-211.0 kJ/mol
Q15
An ideal gas expands adiabatically into an evacuated chamber (free expansion, $P_{ext} = 0$).What are the values of heat transferred ($q$), work done ($w$), and internal energy change ($\Delta U$) for this process?
An ideal gas expands adiabatically into an evacuated chamber (free expansion, $P_{ext} = 0$).
What are the values of heat transferred ($q$), work done ($w$), and internal energy change ($\Delta U$) for this process?
(A)
$q = 0, w < 0, \Delta U < 0$
(B)
$q = 0, w = 0, \Delta U = 0$
(C)
$q > 0, w < 0, \Delta U = 0$
(D)
$q = 0, w > 0, \Delta U > 0$
Q16
Reaction Case Enthalpy Change ($\Delta H$) Entropy Change ($\Delta S$) Case 1 Negative ($\Delta H < 0$) Positive ($\Delta S > 0$) Case 2 Positive ($\Delta H > 0$) Negative ($\Delta S < 0$) Case 3 Positive ($\Delta H > 0$) Positive ($\Delta S > 0$) Case 4 Negative ($\Delta H < 0$) Negative ($\Delta S < 0$)
Which case represents a reaction that is non-spontaneous at low temperatures but becomes spontaneous ONLY at high temperatures?
| Reaction Case | Enthalpy Change ($\Delta H$) | Entropy Change ($\Delta S$) |
|---|---|---|
| Case 1 | Negative ($\Delta H < 0$) | Positive ($\Delta S > 0$) |
| Case 2 | Positive ($\Delta H > 0$) | Negative ($\Delta S < 0$) |
| Case 3 | Positive ($\Delta H > 0$) | Positive ($\Delta S > 0$) |
| Case 4 | Negative ($\Delta H < 0$) | Negative ($\Delta S < 0$) |
Which case represents a reaction that is non-spontaneous at low temperatures but becomes spontaneous ONLY at high temperatures?
(A)
Case 1
(B)
Case 2
(C)
Case 3
(D)
Case 4
Q17
A system absorbs 3000 J of heat reversibly from a constant thermal reservoir at 600 K.What are the entropy changes of the system ($\Delta S_{sys}$) and the reservoir ($\Delta S_{res}$)?
A system absorbs 3000 J of heat reversibly from a constant thermal reservoir at 600 K.
What are the entropy changes of the system ($\Delta S_{sys}$) and the reservoir ($\Delta S_{res}$)?
(A)
$\Delta S_{sys} = +5\text{ J/K}, \Delta S_{res} = -5\text{ J/K}$
(B)
$\Delta S_{sys} = -5\text{ J/K}, \Delta S_{res} = +5\text{ J/K}$
(C)
$\Delta S_{sys} = +5\text{ J/K}, \Delta S_{res} = +5\text{ J/K}$
(D)
$\Delta S_{sys} = 0\text{ J/K}, \Delta S_{res} = 0\text{ J/K}$
Q18
Thermodynamic Process Step $\Delta H^\circ\text{ (kJ/mol)}$ Sublimation of $\text{Na}(s)$ +108 Dissociation of $\frac{1}{2}\text{Cl}_2(g)$ +121 First Ionization Energy of $\text{Na}(g)$ +496 Electron Gain Enthalpy of $\text{Cl}(g)$ -349 Lattice Enthalpy of $\text{NaCl}(s)$ -788
Calculate the standard enthalpy of formation ($\Delta H_f^\circ$) of $\text{NaCl}(s)$ using the Born-Haber cycle data above.
| Thermodynamic Process Step | $\Delta H^\circ\text{ (kJ/mol)}$ |
|---|---|
| Sublimation of $\text{Na}(s)$ | +108 |
| Dissociation of $\frac{1}{2}\text{Cl}_2(g)$ | +121 |
| First Ionization Energy of $\text{Na}(g)$ | +496 |
| Electron Gain Enthalpy of $\text{Cl}(g)$ | -349 |
| Lattice Enthalpy of $\text{NaCl}(s)$ | -788 |
Calculate the standard enthalpy of formation ($\Delta H_f^\circ$) of $\text{NaCl}(s)$ using the Born-Haber cycle data above.
(A)
-412 kJ/mol
(B)
+412 kJ/mol
(C)
-788 kJ/mol
(D)
-550 kJ/mol
Q19
Which of the following sets contains ONLY intensive thermodynamic properties?
Which of the following sets contains ONLY intensive thermodynamic properties?
(A)
Volume ($V$), Enthalpy ($H$), Molar Heat Capacity ($C_m$)
(B)
Temperature ($T$), Density ($d$), Molar Heat Capacity ($C_m$)
(C)
Temperature ($T$), Volume ($V$), Density ($d$)
(D)
Enthalpy ($H$), Density ($d$), Molar Heat Capacity ($C_m$)
Q20
A 50.0 g sample of a metal heated to $100.0^\circ\text{C}$ is placed into 100.0 g of water initially at $20.0^\circ\text{C}$ inside a insulated calorimeter. The system reaches a final equilibrium temperature of $25.0^\circ\text{C}$. ($c_{water} = 4.184\text{ J g}^{-1}{^\circ\text{C}}^{-1}$).Calculate the specific heat capacity ($c_{metal}$) of the metal.
A 50.0 g sample of a metal heated to $100.0^\circ\text{C}$ is placed into 100.0 g of water initially at $20.0^\circ\text{C}$ inside a insulated calorimeter. The system reaches a final equilibrium temperature of $25.0^\circ\text{C}$. ($c_{water} = 4.184\text{ J g}^{-1}{^\circ\text{C}}^{-1}$).
Calculate the specific heat capacity ($c_{metal}$) of the metal.
(A)
$0.558\text{ J g}^{-1}{^\circ\text{C}}^{-1}$
(B)
$0.279\text{ J g}^{-1}{^\circ\text{C}}^{-1}$
(C)
$1.116\text{ J g}^{-1}{^\circ\text{C}}^{-1}$
(D)
$0.418\text{ J g}^{-1}{^\circ\text{C}}^{-1}$

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