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Ch.5 - Thermochemistry
Chapter 5, Problem 95b

The standard enthalpies of formation of gaseous propyne (C3H4), propylene (C3H6), and propane (C3H8) are +185.4, +20.4, and -103.8 kJ/mol, respectively. (b) Calculate the heat evolved on combustion of 1 kg of each substance.

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Key Concepts

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Standard Enthalpy of Formation

The standard enthalpy of formation is the change in enthalpy when one mole of a compound is formed from its elements in their standard states. It is a crucial concept in thermodynamics, as it allows for the calculation of the energy changes associated with chemical reactions, particularly combustion. The values provided for propyne, propylene, and propane indicate how much energy is absorbed or released during their formation.
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Combustion Reaction

A combustion reaction is a chemical process in which a substance reacts rapidly with oxygen, releasing energy in the form of heat and light. For hydrocarbons like propyne, propylene, and propane, the combustion reaction typically produces carbon dioxide and water. Understanding the stoichiometry of these reactions is essential for calculating the heat evolved during combustion, as it relates to the enthalpy changes of the reactants and products.
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Heat of Combustion

The heat of combustion is the amount of energy released when a substance undergoes complete combustion with oxygen. It is often expressed in kJ/mol and can be derived from the standard enthalpies of formation of the reactants and products. To calculate the heat evolved on combustion of 1 kg of each hydrocarbon, one must convert the mass to moles and apply the heat of combustion values, which can be determined from the enthalpy of formation data.
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