Question detail
For The energy change of reactions (HT only), use bond energies to answer this definition check: what is the energy transferred for H2 + Cl2 -> 2HCl?
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MCQ
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practice
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Topic
Exothermic and endothermic reactions
Question
- A. -184 kJ, exothermic
- B. 184 kJ, endothermic
- C. 0 kJ, no net energy change
- D. Incorrect bond-energy interpretation 4
Answer
The correct option is -184 kJ, exothermic.
Explanation
The correct option is -184 kJ, exothermic. Bonds broken: 1 × 436 + 1 × 242 = 678 kJ. Bonds formed: 2 × 431 = 862 kJ. Energy transferred = 678 - 862 = -184 kJ. The sign shows the reaction is exothermic. This definition question supports the approved objective to (HT only) Calculate the total energy released when bonds form in products from supplied bond energies. (MS 1a) and keeps bond breaking separate from bond making in The energy change of reactions (HT only).
Common mistake
Misunderstanding Bond Energies
Students often confuse the total energy released when bonds form with the energy needed to break bonds, leading to incorrect calculations.
To fix this, students should clearly differentiate between the energy required to break bonds and the energy released when bonds form, ensuring they follow the correct steps in calculations.
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