Calorimetry Quiz - Bomb Calorimeters

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What is the primary purpose of a bomb calorimeter?

To measure the energy of large-scale reactions (correct)

To convert chemical energy into electrical energy

To measure pressure changes in reactions

To measure the temperature changes of gases

Heat loss is significant in a bomb calorimeter.

False

What constant is used in the formulas to calculate enthalpy change in a bomb calorimeter?

C

The enthalpy change ($ ext{ΔH}$) can be calculated using the formula $\text{ΔH} = -C \Delta ______$.

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Match the components of a bomb calorimeter with their functions:

Reaction Chamber = Houses the sample during combustion Thermometer = Monitors temperature change O₂ Inlet = Provides oxygen for the reaction Motorized Stirrer = Ensures uniform temperature in water bath Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following is NOT a requirement for calorimetry?

Color of the substance Signup and view all the answers

The specific heat capacity is the amount of heat required to change the temperature of a substance by one degree Celsius.

True Signup and view all the answers

What does ΔH represent in a chemical reaction?

Enthalpy change Signup and view all the answers

In calorimetry, the formula to calculate the heat absorbed or released is Q = mass × specific heat capacity × Δ______.

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What is the main purpose of a calorimeter?

To measure the heat changes associated with chemical reactions Signup and view all the answers

A flame calorimeter is used to measure the heat changes during combustion reactions.

True Signup and view all the answers

Match the following terms with their definitions:

Specific heat capacity = The amount of heat needed to change the temperature of a substance by 1°C ΔH = Enthalpy change of a reaction Calorimetry = The measurement of heat changes in physical and chemical processes Kinetic energy = Energy of motion that can lead to temperature change Signup and view all the answers

What component in a simple calorimeter helps to minimize heat loss?

Lid Signup and view all the answers

A bomb calorimeter consists of a cylindrical metal vessel that contains the sample being tested and is surrounded by _______ to absorb heat.

water Signup and view all the answers

Match the following types of calorimeters with their main features:

Simple Calorimeter = Uses a styrofoam cup and a lid Flame Calorimeter = Uses a burner and a copper calorimeter Bomb Calorimeter = Includes ignition wires and a steel container All Calorimeters = Measure heat changes in reactions Signup and view all the answers

What does the enthalpy change of a reaction (${ΔH}$) represent?

The heat released or absorbed by the system Signup and view all the answers

In simple calorimetry, it is assumed that Styrofoam is a perfect insulator.

True Signup and view all the answers

What is the relationship between the heat absorbed or released (Q) and the enthalpy change ($ΔH$) in an exothermic reaction?

ΔH = -Q Signup and view all the answers

In calorimetry, 1.0 mL of water is equivalent to _____ grams.

1.0 Signup and view all the answers

Match the calorimetry variables with their definitions:

Q = Heat absorbed or released by the system c = Specific heat capacity of water m = Mass of water ΔT = Change in temperature of the water Signup and view all the answers

What is the primary purpose of a calorimeter in cooking?

To compare quantities of different fuels Signup and view all the answers

A calorimeter is 100% efficient in measuring heat energy.

False Signup and view all the answers

What does ΔH represent in calorimetry?

Enthalpy change Signup and view all the answers

The formula for calculating enthalpy change is ΔH = - (Q_{pot} + Q_{____}).

water Signup and view all the answers

What does the Zeroth Law of Thermodynamics state?

Heat lost equals heat gained. Signup and view all the answers

The First Law of Thermodynamics states that energy can be created as long as it is transferred to another form.

False Signup and view all the answers

In calorimetry, a _____ system is used, meaning matter and energy cannot leave or enter.

closed Signup and view all the answers

Match the laws of thermodynamics to their definitions:

Zeroth Law = Heat flows from hot to cold. First Law = Energy cannot be created or destroyed. Calorimetry = Process of measuring energy change indirectly. Thermochemistry = Study of energy change in chemical reactions. Signup and view all the answers

What does the efficiency formula use as input?

Theoretical value of the reaction Signup and view all the answers

Efficiency is calculated by dividing output by input and multiplying by 100%.

True Signup and view all the answers

What is the symbol for efficiency in the efficiency formula?

Eff Signup and view all the answers

The variable Q represents the output, which can be calculated using the ________ of the material being heated.

change in temperature Signup and view all the answers

Match the variable with its description in the efficiency formulas:

Eff = Efficiency Q = Output from heating $ ext{ΔH}$ = Input of reaction $m$ = Mass of the material Signup and view all the answers

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What is the primary purpose of a bomb calorimeter?

Heat loss is significant in a bomb calorimeter.

What constant is used in the formulas to calculate enthalpy change in a bomb calorimeter?

The enthalpy change ($ ext{ΔH}$) can be calculated using the formula $\text{ΔH} = -C \Delta ______$.

Match the components of a bomb calorimeter with their functions:

Which of the following is NOT a requirement for calorimetry?

The specific heat capacity is the amount of heat required to change the temperature of a substance by one degree Celsius.

What does ΔH represent in a chemical reaction?

In calorimetry, the formula to calculate the heat absorbed or released is Q = mass × specific heat capacity × Δ______.

What is the main purpose of a calorimeter?

A flame calorimeter is used to measure the heat changes during combustion reactions.

Match the following terms with their definitions:

What component in a simple calorimeter helps to minimize heat loss?

A bomb calorimeter consists of a cylindrical metal vessel that contains the sample being tested and is surrounded by _______ to absorb heat.

Match the following types of calorimeters with their main features:

What does the enthalpy change of a reaction (${ΔH}$) represent?

In simple calorimetry, it is assumed that Styrofoam is a perfect insulator.

What is the relationship between the heat absorbed or released (Q) and the enthalpy change ($ΔH$) in an exothermic reaction?

In calorimetry, 1.0 mL of water is equivalent to _____ grams.

Match the calorimetry variables with their definitions:

What is the primary purpose of a calorimeter in cooking?

A calorimeter is 100% efficient in measuring heat energy.

What does ΔH represent in calorimetry?

The formula for calculating enthalpy change is ΔH = - (Q_{pot} + Q_{____}).

What does the Zeroth Law of Thermodynamics state?

The First Law of Thermodynamics states that energy can be created as long as it is transferred to another form.

In calorimetry, a _____ system is used, meaning matter and energy cannot leave or enter.

Match the laws of thermodynamics to their definitions:

What does the efficiency formula use as input?

Efficiency is calculated by dividing output by input and multiplying by 100%.

What is the symbol for efficiency in the efficiency formula?

The variable Q represents the output, which can be calculated using the ________ of the material being heated.

Match the variable with its description in the efficiency formulas:

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