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What does the law of conservation of energy state?

  • Chemical potential energy is independent of a substance's composition.
  • Energy can be transformed from one form to another but not created or destroyed. (correct)
  • Kinetic energy is the only form of energy that can be conserved.
  • Energy can be created or destroyed in chemical reactions.

Which of the following best defines specific heat?

  • The energy required to raise the temperature of 1 gram of a substance by 1°C. (correct)
  • The energy required to convert a substance from solid to liquid.
  • The heat loss of a substance during temperature change.
  • The total thermal energy contained in a substance.

What is the equivalent of 1 nutritional Calorie in terms of joules?

  • 4184 joules (correct)
  • 4.184 joules
  • 239 joules
  • 1000 joules

How is temperature defined in relation to particles?

<p>The average kinetic energy of the particles in a substance. (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Why do different substances have unique specific heats?

<p>Because of their unique compositions and molecular structure. (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What type of energy is primarily associated with the movement of particles in a substance?

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

Which of the following statements about specific heat is accurate?

<p>Specific heat can be calculated using the formula involving heat, mass, and temperature change. (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

In the context of energy units, how does a joule compare to calories?

<p>1 joule is equal to 0.239 calories. (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What do chemical reactions primarily involve with regard to energy?

<p>Transformations between kinetic and potential energy. (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the importance of understanding temperature effects in structures like bridges?

<p>Temperature changes can affect material expansion and contraction. (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following accurately describes the relationship between potential energy and kinetic energy in a chemical system?

<p>Both forms of energy can coexist within a chemical system. (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

In a scenario where two objects at different temperatures come into contact, which statement best describes the heat exchange process?

<p>Heat is absorbed by the cooler object and released by the warmer object. (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

How does the specific heat capacity of a substance influence its temperature change when heat is added?

<p>Lower specific heat allows for a significant temperature change with small amounts of heat. (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What effect does the law of conservation of energy have on chemical reactions?

<p>All energy involved in a reaction remains constant, although it may change form. (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

When calculating energy changes in chemical reactions, which unit is primarily used for expressing energy in the scientific community?

<p>Joule (J) (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Flashcards

Energy definition

Energy is the ability to do work or produce heat.

Potential energy

Stored energy related to position or composition of a substance.

Kinetic energy

Energy of motion.

1st Law of Thermodynamics

Energy cannot be created or destroyed, only transformed.

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Specific heat

Energy to raise 1 gram of a substance by 1°C.

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Chemical Potential Energy

Energy stored within the bonds of a substance due to its composition. This energy can be released or absorbed during chemical reactions.

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Heat vs. Temperature

Heat (q) is the transfer of energy between objects at different temperatures. Temperature measures the average kinetic energy of particles within a substance.

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Calorie & Joule

The calorie (cal) is the energy needed to raise 1 gram of water by 1°C. The joule (J) is the SI unit of energy, with 1 J = 0.239 cal. A nutritional Calorie (Cal) is 1000 calories.

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Specific Heat: Formula

Specific heat (c) is the energy required to raise the temperature of 1 gram of a substance by 1°C. The formula for calculating heat is q = mcΔT, where q is heat, m is mass, c is specific heat, and ΔT is the temperature change.

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Energy Changes in Reactions

Chemical reactions involve energy changes. Some reactions release energy (exothermic) while others absorb energy (endothermic). These changes are reflected in the potential energy of the reactants and products.

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What are the two main forms of energy?

Energy exists in two main forms: potential energy (based on composition or position) and kinetic energy (motion).

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What is chemical potential energy?

Chemical potential energy is stored due to the composition of a substance and plays a role in chemical reactions.

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What is the difference between heat and temperature?

Heat (q) is the energy transfer between objects of different temperatures. Temperature measures the average kinetic energy of particles.

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How is specific heat calculated?

Specific heat (c) is the energy required to raise the temperature of 1 gram of a substance by 1°C. The formula for calculating heat is q = mcΔT, where q is heat, m is mass, c is specific heat, and ΔT is the temperature change.

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Energy conversions

Energy can be converted between different units, such as calories and joules.

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Study Notes

Energy Basics

  • Energy is the capacity to do work or produce heat.
  • Energy exists as potential energy (stored due to composition or position) and kinetic energy (energy of motion).
  • Chemical systems hold both types of energy.

Laws of Energy

  • The law of conservation of energy (1st law of thermodynamics) states that energy cannot be created or destroyed, only transformed.
  • Chemical potential energy is stored in a substance's composition and is involved in chemical reactions.

Heat and Temperature

  • Heat (q) is the transfer of energy between objects with differing temperatures.
  • Temperature measures the average kinetic energy of particles.

Energy Units

  • A calorie is the energy needed to raise 1 gram of water by 1°C.
  • 1 nutritional Calorie = 1000 calories = 1 kilocalorie.
  • The joule (J) is the SI unit for energy, with 1 J = 0.239 calories.

Specific Heat

  • Specific heat is the energy needed to raise the temperature of 1 gram of a substance by 1°C.
  • Different substances exhibit unique specific heats due to their composition.
  • Calculation formula: q = mcΔT (where q = heat, m = mass, c = specific heat, and ΔT = change in temperature).

Calculations

  • The notes cover energy conversions (e.g., nutritional calories to joules) and specific heat problems (determining specific heat from experimental data).

Applications

  • Energy changes in chemical reactions are discussed, as is managing temperature effects in structures such as bridges.

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