22 Thermochemistry:MCQ1
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What is the main principle of Hess's Law?

  • The heat change of a reaction depends on the temperature of the reaction.
  • The heat change of a reaction depends on the speed of the reaction.
  • The heat change of a reaction depends only on the initial and final states of the reaction. (correct)
  • The heat change of a reaction depends on the catalyst used.
  • What is the purpose of improving the octane number of fuel?

  • To make the fuel more suitable for high compression engines. (correct)
  • To increase the energy density of the fuel.
  • To decrease the efficiency of the engine.
  • To reduce the volatility of the fuel.
  • What is the main product of electrolysis of water?

  • Oxygen and hydrogen peroxide.
  • Water and heat.
  • Hydrogen and oxygen. (correct)
  • Carbon dioxide and methane.
  • What is the purpose of dehydrocyclisation in fuel refining?

    <p>To convert straight compounds into ring compounds.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the main purpose of catalytic cracking in fuel refining?

    <p>To break down large molecules into smaller ones with higher octane numbers.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the heat of reaction (H) of a chemical reaction?

    <p>The heat change in kilojoules when the number of moles of reactants indicated in the balanced equation describing the reaction react completely</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What type of reaction is characterized by heat being given out?

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

    What does the octane number measure?

    <p>The tendency of a fuel to resist auto-ignition</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the Law of Conservation of Energy?

    <p>Energy cannot be created or destroyed, but can change from one form to another</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the heat of formation of a substance?

    <p>The heat change in kilojoules when one mole of a substance is formed from its elements in their standard states</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the kilogram calorific value of a substance?

    <p>The amount of heat energy produced per kg of fuel</p> Signup and view all the answers

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