NEETChemistryThermodynamics (C)
In chemical reactions carried out under constant atmospheric pressure, which state function is defined to account for the heat absorbed?
Options
- AInternal energy (U)
- BEnthalpy (H)
- CGibbs free energy (G)
- DEntropy (S)
Correct answer
B. Enthalpy (H)
Step-by-step solution
Enthalpy (H) is defined for chemical reactions carried out under constant atmospheric pressure to account for the heat absorbed.