In the conversion of limestone to lime:
CaCO3(s)→CaO(s)+CO2(g)
The values of △H∘ and △S∘ are 179.1 kJ mol−1 and 160.2 JK−1 respectively at 298 K and 1 bar. Assuming △H∘ and △S∘ remains constant with temperature, at which temperature conversion of limestone to lime will be spontaneous:
The explanation for the correct option:
Option(B) 1118 K
the criteria for spontaneity i △G∘ value.
And we know,
△G∘ = △H∘ - T△S∘
For spontaneous reaction △G∘ = -ve
△G∘ = △H∘ - T△S∘
∴△H∘< T△S∘
Or T > △H∘△S∘ > 179.10×103160.2 > 1118 K
Hence, Option(B) 1118 K is the temperature at which conversion of limestone to lime will be spontaneous