Chemistry: Equilibrium Reactions and Haber Process
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What is the balanced chemical equation for the reaction between iodine monochloride and chlorine?

  • I2 + Cl2 → 2ICl (correct)
  • I2 + 2Cl2 → 2ICl3
  • ICl + I2 → 2ICl
  • ICl + Cl2 → ICl3

What effect does increasing temperature have on the rate of reaction?

  • The rate decreases due to less kinetic energy.
  • The rate remains unchanged.
  • The rate becomes zero.
  • The rate increases due to more kinetic energy. (correct)

The forward and backward reactions in a dynamic equilibrium occur at different rates.

False (B)

An increase in temperature will always favor an exothermic reaction.

<p>False (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What color change indicates that the equilibrium mixture is shifting towards iodine monochloride when heated?

<p>Darker brown</p> Signup and view all the answers

Iodine monochloride reacts reversibly with chlorine to form iodine ___________.

<p>trichloride</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the empirical formula of the main compound in AmmoBoost?

<p>N2H4O3</p> Signup and view all the answers

The percentage by mass of oxygen in AmmoBoost is _____%.

<p>60</p> Signup and view all the answers

Match the following elements with their respective states in the ammonia reaction:

<p>N2 = Gas H2 = Gas NH3 = Gas Fe = Solid Catalyst</p> Signup and view all the answers

What happens to the equilibrium position when the pressure of a gas reaction is increased?

<p>Equilibrium shifts to the side with fewer gas molecules. (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What can be said about the enthalpy change (ΔH) of the reaction forming ammonia?

<p>Negative value indicates exothermic reaction (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Increasing pressure in a reaction with more moles on one side will favor that side.

<p>False (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Increasing the temperature will favor the exothermic backward reaction.

<p>True (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Describe the state of concentrations of reactants and products at dynamic equilibrium.

<p>They remain constant.</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the main compound in AmmoBoost that contains nitrogen and hydrogen?

<p>AmmoBoost compound</p> Signup and view all the answers

Match the following statements regarding temperature and pressure changes in equilibrium reactions:

<p>Higher temperature = Equilibrium shifts left (endothermic) Decrease in pressure = Equilibrium shifts to side with more moles Increase in pressure = Equilibrium shifts to side with fewer moles Lower temperature = Equilibrium shifts right (exothermic)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What happens to the yield of hydrogen when the reaction is carried out at a higher temperature?

<p>It decreases. (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

A catalyst affects the enthalpy change of a reaction.

<p>False (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the catalyst used in the conversion of nitrogen gas and hydrogen gas into ammonia?

<p>Iron, Fe</p> Signup and view all the answers

The enthalpy change for the reaction producing ammonia is represented by the symbol ___ .

<p>ΔH</p> Signup and view all the answers

Match the following reactions with their classifications:

<p>N2 + 3H2 → 2NH3 = Reduction 4NH3 + 5O2 → 4NO + 6H2O = Oxidation 2NO2 → N2O4 = Redox NH3 + HNO3 → NH4NO3 = Non-redox</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the relative formula mass of ammonium nitrate (NH4NO3)?

<p>80 (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Increasing temperature always increases the yield of a product in an exothermic reaction.

<p>False (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

How is the maximum mass of ammonium nitrate produced calculated from ammonia?

<p>Calculate moles of ammonia and use the formula mass of ammonium nitrate.</p> Signup and view all the answers

The source of nitrogen gas is ___ .

<p>air</p> Signup and view all the answers

Match the following gases with their sources:

<p>Nitrogen gas = Air Hydrogen gas = Water Oxygen gas = Air Ammonia = Natural gas</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the main component of nitrogen gas in the atmosphere?

<p>Nitrogen (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

A higher temperature shifts the equilibrium position to favor products in an exothermic reaction.

<p>False (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is indicated by a negative ΔH value in a reaction?

<p>The reaction is exothermic.</p> Signup and view all the answers

The maximum mass of ammonia obtained from 56 tonnes of nitrogen is ___ tonnes.

<p>68</p> Signup and view all the answers

What happens when the temperature is increased at constant pressure in the production of ammonia?

<p>The yield of ammonia decreases. (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Increasing pressure during a reaction favors the side with more gas molecules.

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What is the expected yield of ammonia in the Haber process?

<p>30%</p> Signup and view all the answers

The reaction between nitrogen and hydrogen in the Haber process produces __________.

<p>ammonia</p> Signup and view all the answers

Match the following terms with their definitions:

<p>Haber process = A method of synthesizing ammonia Equilibrium = State where the rates of forward and reverse reactions are equal Catalyst = Substance used to increase the rate of a reaction without being consumed Exothermic reaction = Reaction that releases heat</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which statement about equilibrium is true?

<p>Concentrations of reactants and products remain constant. (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

A higher temperature in the Haber process will result in a higher yield of ammonia.

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Explain why the actual yield of ammonia in the Haber process is lower than expected.

<p>The position of equilibrium is not reached.</p> Signup and view all the answers

To separate ammonia from unreacted nitrogen and hydrogen, the gas mixture is __________.

<p>cooled</p> Signup and view all the answers

In the equilibrium of 2NO2(g) ⇌ N2O4(g), pulling the plunger out reduces the pressure. What happens?

<p>The mixture becomes darker in color. (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

The Haber process uses an iron catalyst to speed up the reaction.

<p>True (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What happens to the unreacted nitrogen and hydrogen after the reaction?

<p>They are recycled.</p> Signup and view all the answers

The relative formula mass of nitrogen (N2) is __________.

<p>28</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the role of pressure in the Haber process?

<p>Favors the side with fewer gas molecules. (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

In the reaction 2NO2(g) ⇌ N2O4(g), NO2 is the colorless compound.

<p>False (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which statement is true regarding the reaction between nitrogen dioxide and dinitrogen tetroxide?

<p>Decreasing temperature favors the formation of N2O4. (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

An increase in temperature shifts the equilibrium towards the exothermic direction.

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What is the change in color observed when the mixture of NO2 and N2O4 is cooled?

<p>The color changes from brown to pale yellow.</p> Signup and view all the answers

The reaction of carbon monoxide and hydrogen to form methanol is an example of a __________ reaction.

<p>reversible</p> Signup and view all the answers

What happens to methanol when the temperature is decreased at constant pressure?

<p>The amount of methanol increases. (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

A catalyst alters the activation energy of a reaction.

<p>True (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Write the chemical equation for the complete combustion of methanol.

<p>2CH3OH + 3O2 → 2CO2 + 4H2O</p> Signup and view all the answers

The reaction of CO(g) + H2O(g) ↔ CO2(g) + H2(g) has a ΔH value of __________.

<p>-41 kJ/mol</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the effect of increasing pressure on the equilibrium mixture of CO(g) + 2H2(g) ↔ CH3OH(g)?

<p>Favors the formation of methanol. (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Bond making is an exothermic process.

<p>True (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Explain how changing temperature affects the yield of products in a reversible reaction.

<p>A decrease in temperature favors the exothermic reaction and increases product yield, whereas an increase in temperature favors the endothermic reaction, which can reduce product yield.</p> Signup and view all the answers

A __________ provides an alternative reaction pathway with a lower activation energy.

<p>catalyst</p> Signup and view all the answers

In the reaction CO + 2H2 ↔ CH3OH, how many moles of gas are present on both sides?

<p>3 moles on left, 1 mole on right. (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the role of an iron oxide catalyst in the conversion of methanol to methanal?

<p>To increase the rate of the reaction without being consumed.</p> Signup and view all the answers

Flashcards

Dynamic Equilibrium

A state where the rates of the forward and reverse reactions are equal, resulting in no net change in the concentrations of reactants and products.

Endothermic Reaction

The forward reaction absorbs heat from the surroundings, making the surrounding cooler.

Exothermic Reaction

The backward reaction releases heat into the surroundings, making the surroundings hotter.

Catalyst

A substance that speeds up the rate of a chemical reaction without being consumed in the process.

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Le Chatelier's Principle

The effect of changing a reaction's conditions (temperature, pressure, concentration) on the position of equilibrium.

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Reversible Reaction

A chemical reaction that can proceed in both the forward and reverse directions.

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Equilibrium Constant (K)

The extent to which a reversible reaction proceeds towards the products at equilibrium.

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Enthalpy Change (H)

A measure of the energy released or absorbed during a chemical reaction.

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Effect of increased temperature on an exothermic equilibrium

Increasing the temperature of an exothermic reaction will favor the backward (endothermic) reaction.

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Effect of increased pressure on a gaseous equilibrium

Increasing the pressure of a reaction involving gases will favor the side with fewer gas molecules.

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How to Determine an Empirical Formula

To determine the empirical formula, the number of moles of each element in the compound is found, then those numbers are divided by the smallest number.

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Percent by mass calculation

The percentage by mass of a component in a mixture is calculated by dividing the mass of that component by the total mass of the mixture and multiplying by 100%.

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Effect of temperature on rate of reaction

Rate of reaction will increase with temperature. Molecules will move faster and collide more frequently with greater energy.

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Effect of increased temperature on an endothermic equilibrium

Equilibrium will shift to favor the endothermic reaction to absorb the added heat.

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Effect of increased pressure on a gaseous equilibrium

Increasing the pressure of a reaction involving gases will favor the side with fewer gas molecules.

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Effect of decreased temperature on an exothermic equilibrium

Equilibrium will shift to favor the exothermic reaction to release heat.

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Temperature and Equilibrium

Increasing the temperature favors the endothermic reaction, shifting the equilibrium to the side that absorbs heat. Decreasing the temperature favors the exothermic reaction, shifting the equilibrium to the side that releases heat.

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Pressure and Equilibrium

Increasing the pressure favors the side with fewer gas molecules, reducing the pressure. Decreasing the pressure favors the side with more gas molecules, increasing the pressure.

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Catalyst and Equilibrium

A catalyst speeds up both the forward and reverse reactions equally, affecting the rate of equilibrium attainment but not the position of equilibrium.

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Haber Process

The Haber process is an industrial process for synthesizing ammonia (NH3) from nitrogen (N2) and hydrogen (H2) under high pressure and moderate temperature with an iron catalyst.

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Actual Yield vs Expected Yield

The actual yield of ammonia is lower than the expected yield because the equilibrium is not fully reached in the Haber process.

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Ammonia Separation

The ammonia is separated from the unreacted nitrogen and hydrogen by cooling the mixture and liquefying the ammonia.

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Recycling Reactants

Unreacted nitrogen and hydrogen from the Haber process are recycled back into the reactor to increase efficiency and reduce waste.

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Temperature Optimization

A higher temperature would accelerate the Haber process, but it is not used because it would increase energy costs and reduce the yield of ammonia.

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Theoretical Yield of Ammonia

The amount of ammonia formed from 112 kg of nitrogen, assuming complete conversion.

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Actual Yield of Ammonia

The actual amount of ammonia formed from 112 kg of nitrogen, considering the incomplete conversion rate.

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NO2 and N2O4 Equilibrium

Nitrogen dioxide (NO2) and dinitrogen tetraoxide (N2O4) exist in equilibrium, where decreasing pressure favors the formation of more NO2, making the mixture darker brown.

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What happens to the yield of hydrogen if the exothermic reaction is carried out at a higher temperature?

A reaction that favors the endothermic direction, shifting equilibrium to the left, resulting in a decrease in the yield of hydrogen.

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What does the negative ΔH value indicate?

The energy released during the reaction, represented as a negative value.

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How is an energy profile diagram for a reaction completed?

The products of the reaction (CO2 + H2) are shown below the reactants (CO + H2O) with a vertical arrow connecting them, labeled with the symbol ΔH.

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How does a catalyst increase the rate of a reaction?

A catalyst provides an alternative route with a lower activation energy, increasing the rate of reaction.

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What is the effect of a catalyst on the enthalpy change?

A catalyst doesn't affect the enthalpy change; the ΔH between reactants and products remains unchanged.

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What is a redox reaction?

A redox reaction involves the transfer of electrons, characterized by either a gain or loss of oxygen, hydrogen, or electrons.

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Is the reaction N2 + 3H2 → 2NH3 a redox reaction?

The reaction between nitrogen gas and hydrogen gas to form ammonia involves the gain of hydrogen, indicating a redox reaction.

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Is the reaction 4NH3 + 5O2 → 4NO + 6H2O a redox reaction?

The reaction between ammonia and oxygen to form nitric oxide and water involves the gain of oxygen, indicating a redox reaction.

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How to calculate the maximum mass of ammonium nitrate produced from a given mass of ammonia?

Convert the mass of ammonia from kg to g, calculate the number of moles using the molar mass, and use the stoichiometry of the reaction to determine the moles of ammonium nitrate.

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What are the raw materials used as sources of nitrogen and hydrogen?

Nitrogen from air and hydrogen obtained from water through electrolysis.

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What catalyst is used in the conversion of nitrogen gas and hydrogen gas into ammonia?

Iron, Fe, is used as a catalyst in the Haber process.

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Besides the catalyst, what are the conditions used in the conversion of nitrogen gas and hydrogen gas into ammonia?

A high temperature and pressure are used in the Haber process.

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Bond Formation

The process of forming a chemical bond between two atoms or molecules, releasing energy into the surroundings.

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How to find the maximum mass of ammonia produced from a given mass of nitrogen?

The maximum mass of ammonia produced is calculated based on the stoichiometry of the reaction and the given mass of nitrogen.

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How are unreacted nitrogen and hydrogen gases separated from ammonia?

The ammonia is liquefied by cooling the mixture, allowing its separation from unreacted nitrogen and hydrogen gases.

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Activation Energy

The minimum amount of energy that reactants must have in order to start a chemical reaction.

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Complete Combustion

The complete burning of a fuel in the presence of oxygen, producing only carbon dioxide and water as products.

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Yield

The amount of product formed or reactant consumed in a chemical reaction at equilibrium. A high yield indicates that a large amount of product is favored.

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Pressure Favouring the Product Side

A reaction that favors the forward reaction when the pressure is increased, as it will reduce the pressure by shifting towards the side with fewer moles of gas. This is favoured by a smaller number of moles of gas on the product side of the equation.

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Pressure Change in Equilibrium

The process of changing the position of equilibrium in a reaction by changing the pressure. This occurs when the number of moles of gas is different on each side of the equation and can be predicted using Le Chatelier's Principle.

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Temperature Favouring the Product Side

A chemical reaction that favors the forward reaction when the temperature is decreased. This is favored by a negative enthalpy change, indicating that the reaction is exothermic.

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Temperature Change in Equilibrium

The change in the position of equilibrium as a result of changing the temperature. This can be predicted using Le Chatelier's Principle, considering whether the reaction is exothermic or endothermic.

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Study Notes

Equilibrium Reactions and Haber Process

  • Iodine Monochloride and Chlorine Reaction: Iodine monochloride (ICl) reacts reversibly with chlorine (Clâ‚‚) to form iodine trichloride (ICl₃). The reaction is represented as: ICl + Clâ‚‚ ⇌ ICl₃.
  • Dynamic Equilibrium Features: A reaction in dynamic equilibrium has the following features:
    • Simultaneous forward and backward reactions
    • Constant concentrations of reactants and products
    • Equal rates of forward and reverse reactions
  • Balancing Chemical Equations: Correct formulae for reactants and products are crucial in balancing chemical equations. Halogens are diatomic. The balanced equation for iodine and chlorine forming iodine monochloride is: Iâ‚‚ + Clâ‚‚ → 2ICl
  • Effect of Heat on Equilibrium: Heating the ICl/Clâ‚‚ reaction mixture leads to a darker brown colour. This indicates that the backward reaction (formation of ICl and Clâ‚‚) is favored, and thus the backward reaction is endothermic.
  • Haber Process (Ammonia Production): Ammonia (NH₃) is produced by reacting nitrogen (Nâ‚‚) and hydrogen (Hâ‚‚). The reaction is reversible, and the conditions used strongly influence the yield. The reaction is exothermic, as represented by: Nâ‚‚(g) + 3Hâ‚‚(g) ⇌ 2NH₃(g) ∆H = –92 kJ/mol
    • Increase in temperature: Decreases ammonia yield as the backward (endothermic) reaction is favored.
    • Increase in pressure: Increases ammonia yield as the reaction favors the side with fewer gas molecules (2 moles of NH₃).
  • Haber Process Actual Yield: The actual yield (15%) of ammonia is lower than the expected yield (30%) due to factors like not reaching equilibrium conditions.
    • Separation of Ammonia: Ammonia is separated from unreacted nitrogen and hydrogen by cooling the mixture, which causes the ammonia to liquefy.
    • Unreacted Gases: Unreacted nitrogen and hydrogen gases are recycled for reuse in the process.
    • Temperature Limitation: Higher temperatures speed up the reaction, but would result in greater energy costs
  • Nitrogen Dioxide/Dinitrogen Tetraoxide Equilibrium: Nitrogen dioxide (NOâ‚‚) and dinitrogen tetraoxide (Nâ‚‚Oâ‚„) exist in equilibrium: 2NOâ‚‚(g) ⇌ Nâ‚‚Oâ‚„(g). Brown color, when pressure is decreased, equilibrium shifts to the left, favoring NOâ‚‚ formation & increasing brown color.
    • Effect of Temperature: A decrease in temperature favors the exothermic direction (forward reaction), leading to a pale yellow color, indicating more Nâ‚‚Oâ‚„ formation.
    • Supports Exothermic Forward Reaction: Bond formation (exothermic) in the forward reaction supports the claim that it's exothermic.

Methanol Production

  • Methanol Production Conditions: Carbon monoxide (CO) and hydrogen (Hâ‚‚) are used to produce methanol (CH₃OH): CO(g) + 2Hâ‚‚(g) ⇌ CH₃OH(g) ∆H = –91 kJ/mol. At 100 atm and 250°C
    • Decrease in Temperature: Favor the forward reaction (exothermic), increasing methanol yield.
    • Increase in Pressure: Favor the forward reaction (fewer gas molecules), increasing methanol yield.
  • Methanol to Methanal Conversion: Methanol (CH₃OH) can be converted to methanal (Hâ‚‚CO) in the presence of an iron oxide catalyst: 2CH₃OH + Oâ‚‚ → 2Hâ‚‚CO + 2Hâ‚‚O
  • Catalyst Definition: A catalyst increases reaction rate, remaining chemically unchanged.
  • Catalyst Mechanism: Catalyst provides an alternative reaction pathway with lower activation energy.
  • Complete Combustion of Methanol: The complete combustion of methanol produces carbon dioxide (COâ‚‚) and water (Hâ‚‚O): 2CH₃OH + 3Oâ‚‚ → 2COâ‚‚ + 4Hâ‚‚O
  • Fertilizer Production (Ammonia): Ammonia (NH₃) is manufactured using nitrogen (from air) and hydrogen (produced by steaming methane). Key Haber Process materials include nitrogen, hydrogen, ammonia, iron catalyst and nitric acid.
    • Reaction 1 (Steam Methane Reaction): CHâ‚„ + Hâ‚‚O → CO + 3Hâ‚‚.
    • Reaction 2 (CO/Hâ‚‚O reaction): CO(g) + Hâ‚‚O(g) ⇌ COâ‚‚(g) + Hâ‚‚(g) ∆H = –41 kJ/mol. Higher pressure has no effect on yield. Higher temperatures decreases reaction yield/favors endothermic reaction.
    • Iron Oxide Catalyst: Improves reaction rate without altering enthalpy change.
    • Redox Reactions in Fertilizer Manufacture: The redox reactions are reaction 3 (nitrogen and hydrogen producing ammonia) and reaction 4 (ammonia reacting with oxygen producing water and nitric oxide).

Further Calculations and Concepts

  • Ammonia Production from Nitrogen: Calculating the theoretical and practical (15%) yields of ammonia from 112 kg of nitrogen.
    • Moles of Nitrogen: 112,000 g / 28 g/mol = 4000 moles
    • Theoretical Moles of Ammonia: 4000 moles × 2 = 8000 moles
    • Actual Moles of Ammonia: The actual yield is 15% of 8000 moles = 1200 moles
  • Ammonia to Ammonium Nitrate: Calculating the maximum mass of ammonium nitrate produced with reaction 6, from 34 kg of ammonia:
    • Mass of ammonia (g): 34,000 g
    • Moles of ammonia: 34,000 g / 17 g/mol = 2000 moles
    • Moles of Ammonium Nitrate: 2000 moles
    • Molar Mass of Ammonium Nitrate: 80 g/mol
    • Mass of Ammonium Nitrate: 2000 moles × 80 g/mol = 160,000 g = 160 kg
  • AmmoBoost Fertilizer Composition: AmmoBoost contains 35% nitrogen and 5% hydrogen by mass. Calculating the empirical formula and compound name for the fertilizer are not addressed in this summary as details have been skipped out.

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This quiz explores the principles of equilibrium reactions, focusing on the iodine monochloride reaction and the effects of heat on equilibrium. Additionally, it covers the Haber process, emphasizing the importance of balancing chemical equations and the dynamic nature of chemical reactions. Test your knowledge of these concepts!

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