Skip to main content
Ch.18 - Free Energy and Thermodynamics
Chapter 18, Problem 90a

Consider this reaction occurring at 298 K: BaCO3(s) ⇌ BaO(s) + CO2(g) a. Show that the reaction is not spontaneous under standard conditions by calculating ΔG°rxn.

Verified Solution

Video duration:
7m
This video solution was recommended by our tutors as helpful for the problem above.
Was this helpful?

Key Concepts

Here are the essential concepts you must grasp in order to answer the question correctly.

Gibbs Free Energy (ΔG)

Gibbs Free Energy is a thermodynamic potential that helps predict the spontaneity of a reaction. A negative ΔG indicates that a reaction can occur spontaneously, while a positive ΔG suggests non-spontaneity. The standard Gibbs free energy change (ΔGrxn °) is calculated under standard conditions (1 atm, 298 K) and is essential for determining the favorability of the reaction.
Recommended video:
Guided course
01:51
Gibbs Free Energy of Reactions

Standard State Conditions

Standard state conditions refer to a set of specific conditions used to measure the properties of substances, typically at 1 bar (or 1 atm) pressure and a specified temperature, usually 298 K. These conditions provide a consistent basis for comparing thermodynamic data, such as enthalpy, entropy, and Gibbs free energy, which are crucial for calculating ΔGrxn °.
Recommended video:
Guided course
01:10
Standard Reduction Potentials

Equilibrium Constant (K)

The equilibrium constant (K) is a dimensionless value that expresses the ratio of the concentrations of products to reactants at equilibrium for a given reaction. It is related to the standard Gibbs free energy change by the equation ΔGrxn ° = -RT ln(K). Understanding K helps in assessing the position of equilibrium and the spontaneity of the reaction under standard conditions.
Recommended video:
Guided course
01:14
Equilibrium Constant K
Related Practice
Textbook Question

Consider this reaction occurring at 298 K: N2O(g) + NO2(g) ⇌ 3 NO(g) a. Show that the reaction is not spontaneous under standard conditions by calculating ΔG°rxn.

1400
views
Textbook Question

Consider this reaction occurring at 298 K: N2O(g) + NO2(g) ⇌ 3 NO(g) b. If a reaction mixture contains only N2O and NO2 at partial pressures of 1.0 atm each, the reaction will be spontaneous until some NO forms in the mixture. What maximum partial pressure of NO builds up before the reaction ceases to be spontaneous?

1806
views
Textbook Question

Consider this reaction occurring at 298 K: N2O(g) + NO2(g) ⇌ 3 NO(g) c. Can the reaction be made more spontaneous by an increase or decrease in temperature? If so, what temperature is required to make the reaction spontaneous under standard conditions?

499
views
Textbook Question

Consider this reaction occurring at 298 K: BaCO3(s) ⇌ BaO(s) + CO2( g) b. If BaCO3 is placed in an evacuated flask, what is the partial pressure of CO2 when the reaction reaches equilibrium?

1692
views
Textbook Question

Consider this reaction occurring at 298 K: BaCO3(s) ⇌ BaO(s) + CO2(g) c. Can the reaction be made more spontaneous by an increase or decrease in temperature? If so, at what temperature is the partial pressure of carbon dioxide 1.0 atm?

1004
views
Textbook Question

Living organisms use energy from the metabolism of food to create an energy-rich molecule called adenosine triphosphate (ATP). The ATP acts as an energy source for a variety of reactions that the living organism must carry out to survive. ATP provides energy through its hydrolysis, which can be symbolized as follows: ATP(aq) + H2O(l) → ADP(aq) + Pi(aq) ΔGrxn ° = -30.5 kJ where ADP represents adenosine diphosphate and Pi represents an inorganic phosphate group (such as HPO42-). a. Calculate the equilibrium constant, K, for the given reaction at 298 K.

1492
views