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What is the result of an exothermic process on the system and its surroundings?

The system and the surroundings remain at the same temperature.

The system gets warmer, and the surroundings get colder.

The system gets colder, and the surroundings get warmer. (correct)

The system and the surroundings both get warmer.

What does the energy value represent in an exothermic process?

The energy released from the system. (correct)

The energy required to initiate the reaction.

The energy stored in the bonds between atoms.

The energy gained by the system.

What is the purpose of a reaction profile diagram?

To determine the endothermicity or exothermicity of a reaction. (correct)

To determine the rate of a reaction.

To determine the equilibrium constant of a reaction.

To determine the catalyst used in a reaction.

What is the minimum amount of energy required by reactant molecules to initiate a reaction?

Activation energy (Ea). Signup and view all the answers

What is the difference between an exothermic and an endothermic process?

Exothermic processes release heat, while endothermic processes absorb heat. Signup and view all the answers

What is a limitation of reaction profile diagrams?

They are conceptual constructs based on the collision model or theory of particles. Signup and view all the answers

Which term describes chemical reactions in which products can decompose to form back the reactants?

Reversible reactions Signup and view all the answers

At equilibrium in a reversible reaction, the forward and reverse reactions occur at what rate?

Equal rate Signup and view all the answers

What does a double-sided arrow in a chemical reaction indicate?

The reversibility of the reaction Signup and view all the answers

What is the equilibrium constant specific to concentration labeled as?

Kc Signup and view all the answers

In a reversible reaction involving N2O4 and NO2, what does the equilibrium constant express?

[NO2]/[N2O4] Signup and view all the answers

At what point in a reversible reaction do both the forward and reverse reactions occur at equal rates?

Chemical equilibrium Signup and view all the answers

What is indicated by the apex of the curve in a reaction profile diagram?

The transition state or activated complex Signup and view all the answers

In a reaction profile diagram, what can be inferred about the energy of the product molecules compared to the reactant molecules in an exothermic reaction?

The product molecules have lower energy Signup and view all the answers

What is the duration of the activated complex or transition state?

About 1 picosecond Signup and view all the answers

What is the purpose of studying thermodynamics in chemistry?

To predict the spontaneity of a reaction Signup and view all the answers

What is the significance of the transition state or activated complex in reactions with elementary steps?

It corresponds to the formation of an unstable intermediate product Signup and view all the answers

What is the importance of knowing the spontaneity of a reaction in industrial production of chemicals?

To ensure the feasibility of the process Signup and view all the answers

Study Notes

Exothermic Processes

Exothermic processes release energy to the surroundings, increasing their temperature.
In exothermic reactions, the energy value represents the amount of heat released as products form from reactants.

Reaction Profile Diagrams

Reaction profile diagrams illustrate the energy changes during a reaction, showing the transition states and energy barriers.
They help visualize the difference in energy between reactants, products, and the activation energy required.
A limitation of reaction profile diagrams is that they do not provide information about the speed of the reaction.

Activation Energy

The minimum amount of energy needed for reactant molecules to initiate a reaction is known as activation energy.

Exothermic vs Endothermic Processes

Exothermic processes release heat, while endothermic processes absorb heat.
In exothermic reactions, product molecules have lower energy than reactant molecules, while endothermic reactions have higher energy products.

Reversible Reactions

Reactions where products can decompose back into reactants are termed reversible reactions.
At equilibrium in a reversible reaction, the forward and reverse reactions occur at equal rates, resulting in constant concentrations of reactants and products.
A double-sided arrow in a chemical reaction indicates reversibility.

Equilibrium Constant

The equilibrium constant specific to concentration is labeled as Kc.
In a reversible reaction involving N2O4 and NO2, the equilibrium constant expresses the ratio of concentrations of products to reactants at equilibrium.

Transition State

The apex of the curve in a reaction profile diagram indicates the peak energy level of the activated complex or transition state.
The activated complex has a very short duration, representing a high-energy state before the reaction proceeds either way.

Thermodynamics in Chemistry

Studying thermodynamics is crucial in chemistry to understand energy changes, predict reaction spontaneity, and optimize reaction conditions in industrial chemical production.
Knowing the spontaneity of a reaction helps in effective planning and scaling up of chemical processes.

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Test your knowledge on reaction profile diagrams for exothermic and endothermic reactions. Learn about how product molecules have different energies compared to reactant molecules, and understand the significance of transition states in chemical reactions.

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