NEETChemistryThermodynamics (C)
What is the standard enthalpy of combustion defined as?
Options
- AThe enthalpy change when a substance undergoes combustion in any state
- BThe enthalpy change when a substance undergoes combustion in its standard state at any temperature
- CThe enthalpy change when a substance undergoes combustion in its standard state at a specified temperature
- DThe enthalpy change when a substance undergoes combustion in its gaseous state
Correct answer
C. The enthalpy change when a substance undergoes combustion in its standard state at a specified temperature
Step-by-step solution
The standard enthalpy of combustion is defined as the enthalpy change per mole (or per unit amount) of a substance when it undergoes combustion, with all the reactants and products being in their standard states at a specified temperature.