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Required practical 2: measure an enthalpy change.
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AS practical skills and required practical activities
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AS required practical activities
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Required practical 2: measure an enthalpy change
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- You need to be able to required practical 2: measure an enthalpy change.
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Which of the following is the correct unit for measuring enthalpy change?
Direct answer
kJ/mol
Key terms
- Calorimetry: The measurement of heat changes during chemical reactions or physical changes.
- Exothermic reaction: A reaction that releases heat to the surroundings, resulting in an increase in temperature.
Common trap
Incorrectly measuring temperature change: Ensure to measure the temperature immediately after mixing and before any significant heat loss occurs.
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