Energetics and Calorimetry
Students learn to define and calculate standard enthalpy changes of reaction, formation, and combustion. They will perform calorimetry experiments and apply Hess's Law.
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Students learn to define and calculate standard enthalpy changes of reaction, formation, and combustion. They will perform calorimetry experiments and apply Hess's Law.
Key Questions
- How do we measure enthalpy changes experimentally using calorimetry?
- What does Hess's Law state about the enthalpy change of a reaction?
- How can mean bond enthalpies be used to estimate enthalpy changes?
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