KCET2023ChemistryThermodynamics (C)
Lattice enthalpy for NaCl is +788 ~kJ ~mol ⁻¹ and H_ hyd ^ =-784 ~kJ ~mol ⁻¹ . Enthalpy of solution of NaCl is
Options
- A+572 ~kJ ~mol ⁻¹
- B+4 ~kJ ~mol ⁻¹
- C-572 ~kJ ~mol ⁻¹
- D-4 ~kJ ~mol ⁻¹
Correct answer
B. +4 ~kJ ~mol ⁻¹
Step-by-step solution
H_ sol = H_ lattice + H_ hydration =788+(-784)=4 ~kJ ~mol ⁻¹