NEETChemistryThermodynamics (C)
What is the purpose of measuring heat change at constant pressure?
Options
- ATo calculate the heat capacity of the calorimeter
- BTo determine the heat evolved or absorbed during a reaction
- CTo maintain a controlled temperature inside the calorimeter
- DTo measure the change in volume of the reactants
Correct answer
B. To determine the heat evolved or absorbed during a reaction
Step-by-step solution
Measuring heat change at constant pressure allows us to determine the heat evolved or absorbed during a chemical reaction, which is often referred to as the enthalpy change (∆rH).