The value of ΔHtransition of C(graphite)⟶C(diamond) is 1.9kJ/mol at 25∘C. Entropy of graphite is higher than entropy of diamond. This implies that:
A
C(diamond) is more thermodynamically stable than C(graphite) at 25∘C
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B
C(graphite) is more thermodynamically stable than C(diamond) at 25∘C
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C
Diamond will provide more heat on complete combustion at 25∘C
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D
ΔGtransition of C(diamond)⟶C(graphite) is −ve
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Solution
The correct options are BC(graphite) is more thermodynamically stable than C(diamond) at 25∘C C Diamond will provide more heat on complete combustion at 25∘C DΔGtransition of C(diamond)⟶C(graphite) is −ve
C (graphite) is more thermodynamically stable than C (graphite).
For the reverse process, ΔH<0, Also ΔSchanges very negligible due to this transition.
Hence, ΔG is <0 for the transition from C(diamond) to C (graphite)
More heat is evolved due to combustion of less stable form.
Hence, options B, C, D are the appropriate answers.