NEETChemistryThermodynamics (C)
According to the Born-Haber Cycle, what is the relationship between the sum of enthalpy changes around the cycle and the lattice enthalpy (∆latticeH)?
Options
- AThe sum of enthalpy changes around the cycle is greater than the lattice enthalpy.
- BThe sum of enthalpy changes around the cycle is smaller than the lattice enthalpy.
- CThe sum of enthalpy changes around the cycle is equal to zero.
- DThe sum of enthalpy changes around the cycle is equal to the heat of combustion.
Correct answer
C. The sum of enthalpy changes around the cycle is equal to zero.
Step-by-step solution
The Born-Haber Cycle is constructed in such a way that the sum of enthalpy changes around the cycle is zero, in accordance with Hess's law.