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30) The following equation represents the decomposition of a generic diatomic el

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Question

30)

The following equation represents the decomposition of a generic diatomic element in its standard state. 1/2x^2 (g) yields X(g)

Assume that the standard molar Gibbs energy of formation of X(g) is 4.41 kJ·mol–1 at 2000. K and –56.64 kJ·mol–1 at 3000. K. Determine the value of K (the thermodynamic equilibrium constant) at each temperature.

At 2000. K, we were given: Gf = 4.41 kJ·mol–1. What is K at that temperature?

K at 2000. K = ?

At 3000. K, we were given: Gf = –56.64 kJ·mol–1. What is K at that temperature?

K at 3000. K = ?

Explanation / Answer

1)

T = 2000 K

G = 4.41 KJ/mol = 4410 J/mol

use:

G = -R*T*ln Kc

4410 = - 8.314*2000* ln(Kc)

ln Kc = -0.265

Kc = 0.767

Answer: 0.767

2)

T = 3000 K

G = -56.64 KJ/mol = -56640 J/mol

use:

G = -R*T*ln Kc

-56640 = - 8.314*3000* ln(Kc)

ln Kc = 2.271

Kc = 9.688

Answer: 9.69

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