Equilibrium Constant and Standard Free Energy Change
For the melti...
Question
For the melting of ice at 25∘C, the enthalpy of fusion is 6.97KJmol−1 and entropy of fusion is 25.4JK−1g−1. The free energy change and nature of the reaction at this temperature is :
A
– 599.2 J , spontaneous
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B
+ 599.2 J , non spontaneous
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C
14.54 K J , non spontaneous
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D
– 14.54 KJ , spontaneous
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Solution
The correct option is A – 599.2 J , spontaneous ΔHfusion=6.97kJmol−1=6970Jmol−1ΔHfusion=25.4JK−1mol−1,Tf=25+273=398KAccording to Gibbs Helmholtz equation,ΔG=ΔH−TΔS=(6970Jmol−1)−(298K)×(25.4JK−1mol−1)=6970−7569.2=−599.2Jmol−1