6. Thermodynamics and Kinetics
Enthalpy
34PRACTICE PROBLEM
Assuming no knowledge of the mechanism of the equilibrium below and given the relevant bond dissociation energies (BDE), estimate the equilibrium constant (in 3 s.f.) for the equilibrium process at 298.15 K.
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Relevant BDE values
C―C π bond = 65 kcal/mol
3° C―H bond = 91 kcal/mol
2° C―H bond = 95 kcal/mol
Assuming no knowledge of the mechanism of the equilibrium below and given the relevant bond dissociation energies (BDE), estimate the equilibrium constant (in 3 s.f.) for the equilibrium process at 298.15 K.
Relevant BDE values
C―C π bond = 65 kcal/mol
3° C―H bond = 91 kcal/mol
2° C―H bond = 95 kcal/mol