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PREVIOUS HSE QUESTIONS AND ANSWERS OF THE CHAPTER “THERMODYNAMICS”

1. Some properties are “state functions”.
a) q and w are not state functions, but (q+w) is a state function. Why? (1)
b) What do you mean by saying that pressure is an intensive property? (1)
c) What is the difference in internal energy of a system, if 100 kJ of energy is radiated out without doing
any work? (1) [February 2008]
Ans: (a) q + w = ΔU. Internal energy is a state function.
(b) Pressure of a system does not change when the system is divided. So it is an intensive property.
(c) From first law of Thermodynamics, ΔU = q + w = -100 + 0 = -100kJ (Since energy is radiated q is –ve)
2. a) State Hess’s law of constant heat summation. (2)
b) The equilibrium constant for a reaction is 5. What will be the value of ∆G0? Given that R = 8.314 J/K/mol,
T = 300K. (2) [March 2009]
Ans: (a) Hess’s law states that the total enthalpy change for a process is the same whether the reaction
taking place in a single step or in several steps.
Or, the total enthalpy change for a process is independent of the path followed.
(b) ∆G0 = -2.303RTlogK
= -2.303 x 8.314 x 300 x log5 = -4014.58 J/mol
3. Lattice enthalpy of an ionic salt is a factor that determines its stability.
a) Define the lattice enthalpy. (1)
b) Draw the Born-Haber cycle for the calculation of lattice enthalpy of the ionic crystal NaCl. (3)
[September 2010]
Ans: (a) The lattice enthalpy of an ionic compound is the heat required to separate one mole of an ionic
compound into corresponding gaseous ions. Or, it is the heat evolved when one mol of an ionic compound is
formed from corresponding gaseous ions.

(b) ΔfH0
Na(s) + ½ Cl2(g) Na+Cl-(s)

∆subH0 ½∆bondH0

Na(g) Cl(g)

∆iH0 -e- +e- ∆egH0 ΔlatticeH0

Na+(g) Cl-(g)

On applying Hess’s law, we can write:

ΔfH0 = ∆subH0 + ∆iH0 + ½∆bondH0 + ∆egH0 + ΔlatticeH0
So ΔlatticeH0 = ΔfH0 - [∆subH0 + ∆iH0 + ½∆bondH0 + ∆egH0 + ΔlatticeH0]
4. A system in thermodynamics refers to that part of the universe in which observations are made.
a) What do you mean by an isolated system? Give an example. (1)
b) Distinguish between intensive and extensive properties. Give two examples for each. (3) [March 2010]
Ans: a) It is a system that cannot exchange energy and matter with the surroundings. E.g.: Thermoflask.
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(b) Extensive properties are properties which depend on the amount of matter present in the system.
E.g.: Mass, Volume etc.
Intensive properties are properties which are independent of the amount of matter present in the system.
E.g.: Temperature, Pressure etc.
5. The spontaneity of a process is expressed in terms of a change in Gibbs energy.
a) What is mean by change in Gibbs energy of a system? (1)
b) How is it related to the enthalpy and entropy of a system? (1)
c) How is it useful in predicting the feasibility of a process? (2) [March 2011]
Ans: (a) It is defined as the maximum amount of available energy that can be converted to useful work.
The change in Gibb’s energy (∆G) = G2 – G1
(b) G = H – TS Or, ∆G = ∆H - T∆S
(c) For a spontaneous process ∆G should be negative.
6. A spontaneous process is an irreversible process and may only be reversed by some external agency.
a) Decrease in entropy is the only criterion for spontaneity. Do you agree? Why? (2)
b) Calculate the work done for the reversible isothermal expansion of 1 mole of an ideal gas at 27 0C, from a
volume of 10 dm3 to a volume of 20 dm3. (2) [October 2011]
Ans: (a) No. Decrease in entropy alone can’t predict the spontaneity of a process. If during a process,
the enthalpy of the system decreases and entropy increases, the process is spontaneous. Or decrease in
Gibb’s energy determines spontaneity.
(b) Here n = 1 mol, R = 8.314 J/K/mol, V1 = 10 dm3, V2 = 20 dm3 and T = 25 + 273 = 298 K
For isothermal reversible expansion, work done, Wexp = -2.303nRT log(V2/V1)
= -2.303 x 1 x 8.314 x 298 x log (20/10)
= -1717.46 J
7. Thermodynamics deals with energy changes of macroscopic systems.
a) Consider a chemical reaction taking place in a closed insulated vessel. To which type of thermodynamic
system does it belong? (1)
b) State the first law of thermodynamics. (1)
c) 3 mol of an ideal gas at 1.5 atm and 250C expands isothermally in a reversible manner to twice its original
volume against an external pressure of 1 atm. Calculate the work done. (R = 8.314 JK-1mol-1) (2)
[March 2012]
Ans: (a) Adiabatic system
(b) It states that energy can neither be created nor be destroyed. Or, the total energy in the universe is
always a constant. Or, the total energy of an isolated system is always a constant.
(c) Here n = 3 mol, R = 8.314 J/K/mol, V1 = x, V2 = 2x and T = 25 + 273 = 298 K
For isothermal reversible expansion, work done, Wexp = -2.303nRT log(V2/V1)
= -2.303 x 3 x 8.314 x 298 x log (2x/x)
= -5152.38 J
8. a) Construct an enthalpy diagram for the determination of lattice enthalpy of sodium chloride. (2)
c) Enthalpy and entropy changes of a reaction are 40.63 kJ/mol and 108.8 J/K/mol. Predict the feasibility
of the reaction at 270C. (2) [September 2012]

Ans: a) Refer the answer of the Question number 3 (b)

b) Given ΔH = 40.63 kJ/mol = 40630 J/mol, ΔS = 108.8 J/K/mol and T = 27 + 273 = 300K.
From Gibb’s equation, ∆G = ∆H - T∆S
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= 40630 – 300 x 108.8 = 7990 J/mol
Since ∆G0is positive, the process is non-spontaneous at this temperature.
9. a) Explain the Hess’s law of constant heat summation, with an example. (2)
b) Draw the enthalpy diagram for exothermic and endothermic reactions. (2) [September 2012]
Ans: (a) Ref. the answer of the qn. No. 2 (a)
(b)

10. Most of the naturally occurring processes are spontaneous.

a) Give the criteria for spontaneity of a process in terms of free energy change (∆G). (1)
b) Exothermic reactions associated with a decrease in entropy are spontaneous at lower temperatures.
Justify on the basis of Gibbs equation. (1)
c) Find the temperature above which the reaction MgO(s) + C(s) → Mg(s) + CO(g) becomes spontaneous.
(Given ∆rH0 = 490 kJ mol-1 and ∆rS0 = 198 JKmol-1). (2) [March 2013]
Ans: a) For a spontaneous process ∆G is negative.
b) Here ΔH is –ve and ΔS is also –ve. So according to Gibb’s eqn, ∆G = ∆H - T∆S, ΔG becomes –ve only when TΔS
< ΔH. This is possible at low temperature.
c) At equilibrium, ∆rG0 = 0
So the Gibb’s equation, ∆rG0 = ∆rH0 - T∆rS0 becomes:
0 = ∆rH0 - T∆rS0
Or, ∆rH0 = T∆rS0
So, T = ∆rH0/∆rS0 = 490 x 103/198 = 2474.74K.
So at 2474.74K, the reaction is at equilibrium.
Above this temperature, the reaction becomes spontaneous. [Here both ΔrH0 and ΔrS0 are +ve. So ΔrG0 becomes
–ve only when TΔrS0 > ΔrH0. This is possible at high temperature.]
11. a) The enthalpy of combustion of CH4(g), C(graphite) and H2(g) at 298K are -890.3 kJ mol-1, -393.5 kJ mol-1 and -
285.8 kJ mol-1 respectively. Calculate the enthalpy of formation of CH4(g). (2)
b) Match the following:
1. W = -∆U a) Enthalpy change
2. ∆U = 0 b) Universal gas
constant
3. Cp - Cv c) Adiabatic process
4. qP d) Isothermal process
e) Cyclic process (2) [September 2013]
Ans: (a) The required equation is: C(s) + 2H2(g) →CH4(g)
The given data are: CH4(g) + 2 O2(g) → CO2(g) + 2 H2O(l); ∆H = -890.3 kJ/mol ………… (i)

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C(graphite) + O2(g) → CO2(g); ∆H = -393.5 kJ/mol …………………….. (ii)
H2(g) + ½ O2(g) → H2O(l); ∆H = -285.8 kJ/mol …………………………. (iii)
Multiply equation (iii) x 2: 2H2(g) + O2(g) → 2 H2O(l); ∆H = -285.8 x 2 = -571.6 kJ/mol …… (iv)
Reverse equation (i): CO2(g) + 2H2O(l) → CH4(g) + 2 O2(g); ∆H = 890.3 kJ/mol ……….. (v)
Now add the equations (ii) + (iv) + (v) we get C(s) + 2H2(g) → CH4(g); ∆H = -393.5 + -571.6 + 890.3
= -74.8 kJ/mol
(b)
1. W = -∆U c) Adiabatic process
2. ∆U = 0 d) Isothermal process
3. Cp - Cv b) Universal gas
constant
4. qP a) Enthalpy change
12. a) For the oxidation of iron 4 Fe(s) + 3 O2(g) → 2Fe2O3(s), entropy change ∆S is -549.4 J/K/mol at 298K. Inspite
of the negative entropy change of this reaction, why is the reaction spontaneous? (∆rH0 for the reaction is
-1648 x 103 Jmol-1). (2)
b) Write the differences between extensive and intensive properties. Give one example of each. (2)
[March 2014]
Ans: (a) Spontaneity of a reaction is mainly determined by ∆G not by ∆S.
Here ∆Ho = -1648 x 103 J/mol. ∆So = - 549.4 J K mol-1 and T = 298 K
We know that ∆G0 = ∆H0 - T∆S0
= -1648 x 103 – 298 x -549.4 = -1811.72 x 103 J/mol
Since ∆G0 is negative, the process is spontaneous.
(b) Refer the Answer of Qn. No. 4 (b)
13. a) ∆G gives a criterion for spontaneity of reactions at a constant pressure and temperature. How is ∆G
helpful in predicting the spontaneity of the reaction? (2)
b) State and explain Hess’s law of constant heat summation. (2) [August 2014]
Ans: (a) For a spontaneous process ∆G is negative. If ∆G0 is +ve, the process is non-spontaneous and if it is
zero, the process is at equilibrium.
(b) The law states that the total enthalpy change for a physical or chemical process is the same whether
the reaction is taking place in a single step or in several steps. Or, the total enthalpy change for a process is
independent of the path followed.

Illustration:
Consider a process in which the reactant A is converted to product B A ∆H B
in a single step by involving heat change, ΔH. Let the same reactant A
is first converted to C, then to D and finally to B involving heat changes ∆H1 ∆H3
ΔH1, ΔH2 and ΔH3 respectively.
Then according to Hess’s law: ΔH = ΔH1 + ΔH2 + ΔH3 C D
∆H2
14. a) Classify the following into intensive and extensive properties.
i) Internal energy ii) Density iii) Heat capacity iv) Temperature (2)
0
b) Calculate the standard free energy (∆G ) for the conversion of oxygen to ozone 3/2 O2(g) → O3(g) at
298K, if the equilibrium constant for the conversion is 2.47 x 10-29. (Given R = 8.314 JK-1mol-1). (2)
[March 2015]
Ans: (a) Intensive properties: Density, Temperature

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Extensive properties: Internal energy, Heat capacity
(b) Here K = 2.47 x 10-29, R = 8.314 J/K/mol and T = 298K
∆G0 = -2.303RTlogK
= -2.303 x 8.314 x 298 x log (2.47 x 10-29) = 163000 J/mol = 163 kJ/mol
15. Expansion of a gas in vacuum is called free expansion.
a) Which one of the following represents free expansion of an ideal gas under adiabatic conditions?
i) q = 0, ∆T ≠ 0, w = 0 ii) q ≠ 0, ∆T = 0, w = 0 iii) q = 0, ∆T = 0, w = 0 iv) q = 0, ∆T < 0, w ≠ 0 (1)
b) The enthalpy change for the reaction N2(g) + 3 H2(g) → 2 NH3(g) is -91.8 kJ at 298 K. Calculate the value of
internal energy change. (R = 8.314 JK-1 mol-1) (3) [October 2015]
Ans: (a) i) q = 0, ∆T = 0, w = 0 [For adiabatic process q = 0. For free expansion no work is done. So w = 0.
On applying these values to the mathematical form 1st law, ΔU = q+w = 0. Also since ΔU = q. ΔT, ΔT = 0]
(b) ΔH = ΔU + ΔnRT
Given ΔH = -91.8 kJ = -91.8 x 103 J, Δn = 2-4 = -2, R = 8.314 J/K/mol, T = 298 K
ΔU = ΔH - ΔnRT = -91800 - -2 x 8.314 x 298 = -86844.86 J/mol
16. The enthalpy change in a process is the same, whether the process is carried out in a single step or in several
steps.
a) Identify the law stated here. (1)
b) Calculate the enthalpy of formation of CH4 from the following data:
i) C(s) + O2(g) → CO2(g); ∆H = -393.7 kJ/mol
ii) H2(g) + ½ O2(g) → H2O(l); ∆H = -285.8 kJ/mol
iii) CH4(g) + 2 O2(g) → CO2(g) + 2H2O(l); ∆H = -890.4 kJ/mol (3) [March 2016]
Ans: (a) Hess’ s Law
(b) The required equation is: C(s) + 2H2(g) CH4(g)
Given: C(s) + O2(g) → CO2(g); ∆H = -393.7 kJ/mol
Multiply equation (ii) x 2; 2H2(g) + O2(g) → 2 H2O(l); ∆H = -285.8 x 2 = -571.6 kJ/mol
Reverse equation (iii) CO2(g) + 2H2O(l) → CH4(g) + 2 O2(g); ∆H = 890.4 kJ/mol
Now add the above three equations we get C(s) + 2H2(g) CH4(g); ∆H = -393.7 + -571.6 + 890.4
= -74.9 kJ/mol
17. a) Which of the following is a process taking place with increase in entropy?
i) Freezing of water ii) Condensation of steam iii) Cooling of a liquid iv) Dissolution of a solute (1)
b) State and illustrate Hess’s law. (3) [September 2016]
Ans: (a) Dissolution of a solute
(b) Refer the Answer of the Question no. 13 (b)
18. a) Some macroscopic properties are given below. Help Reena to classify them into two groups under suitable
titles.
[Heat capacity, Entropy, Refractive index, Surface tension] (2)
b) For the reaction 2A(g) + B(g) 2D(g), ∆U0 = -10.5 kJ/mol, ∆S0 = -44.1 J/K/mol at 298K. Calculate
∆G0 for the reaction. (2) [March 2017]
Ans: a) Extensive properties: Heat capacity, Entropy
Intensive properties: Refractive index, Surface tension
b) Given ∆U0 = -10.5 kJ/mol = -10.5 x 103 J/mol, ∆S0 = -44.1 J/K/mol, R = 8.314 J/K/mol and T = 298K.
∆n = nP(g) – nR(g) = 2 – 3 = -1
We know that ΔH0 = ΔU0 + ΔnRT = -10.5 x 103 + -1 x 8.314 x 298 = - 12977.6J/mol

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Also ∆G0 =∆H0 -T∆S0
= -12977.6 – 298 x - 44.1 = -26.119 x 103 J/mol
19. a) i) State Hess's law.
ii) Calculate ∆fH0 when diamond is formed from graphite.
C(diamond) + O2 CO2(g); ∆CH0 = -395 kJ
C(graphite) + O2 CO2(g); ∆CH0 = -393.5 kJ (3)
b) An extensive property is.........
i) density ii) pressure iii) temperature iv) mass (1) [July 2017]
Ans: a) (i) It states that the total enthalpy change for a physical or chemical process is the same whether
the reaction is taking place in a single step or in several steps.
Or, the total enthalpy change for a process is independent of the path followed.
(ii) The required equation is: C(graphite) C(diamond)
The given datas are:
i) C(diamond) + O2 CO2(g); ∆CH0 = -395 kJ
ii) C(graphite) + O2 CO2(g); ∆CH0 = -393.5 kJ
(ii) – (i) gives C(graphite) C(diamond); ∆fH0 = -393.5 – (-395) = + 1.5 kJ
b) Mass
20. What is meant by entropy of a system? What happens to the entropy during the following changes?
a) A gas condenses into liquid.
b) CaCO3(s) CaO(s) + CO2 (g) (2)
Ans: It is a measure of degree of disorderness or randomness of a system.
a) Entropy decreases
b) Entropy increases.
21. Write the thermochemical equation corresponding to the standard enthalpy of formation of benzene.
[Hint; ∆fH0 of benzene = + 49.0 kJmol-1) (2)
Ans: 6C (s) + 3 H2 (g) C6H6 (l); ∆fH0 = 49.0 kJ mol-1
22. The reaction of cyanamide (NH2CN) with dioxygen was carried out in a bomb calorimeter and ∆U was found
to be -742.7 kJ mol-1 at 298K. Calculate enthalpy change for the reaction at 298 K.

(3) [March 2018]

Ans:
Here ∆U = -742.7 kJ/mol = -742.7 x 103 J/mol, ∆n = nP(g) – nR(g) = 2 – 5/2 = - ½, T = 298 K, R = 8.314JK-1mol-1
ΔH = ΔU + ΔnRT
= - 742.7 x 103 + - ½ x 8.314x298 = -743.938 x 103 J/mol
23. Differentiate state functions from path functions and give one example for each. (2)
Ans: A function or a property that depends only on the initial and final state of a system and not on the
path followed is called a state function. E.g. for state functions: T, P, V, U, H, S, G etc.
Path functions are properties which depend on the path followed also. E.g. heat (q) and work (w).
24. First law of thermodynamics can be stated as ∆U = q + w. How can this equation be expressed for :
a) An isothermal reversible change?
b) A process carried out at constant volume? (2)
Ans: (a) For an isothermal reversible change, ΔU = 0. So q = -w
(b) For a process taking place at constant volume, ΔV = 0. So ΔU = qv

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25. Enthalpies of formation of some compounds are given below :
Compound CO CO2 N 2O N2O4
Enthalpy of formation -110.0 -393.0 81.0 9.7
(kJ/mol)
Using these data, calculate the enthalpy of reaction for
N2O4 (g) + 3CO(g) N2O(g) + 3 CO2(g) (3) [August 2018]
Ans: ΔrH = ∑ ΔfH (P) - ∑ ΔfH (R) = [ΔfH (N2O) + 3 x ΔfH (CO2)] - [ΔfH (N2O4) + 3 x ΔfH (CO)]
0 0 0 0 0 0 0

= [81.0 + 3 x -393.0] – [9.7 + 3x -110.0] = -777.7 kJ/mol

26. According to the first law of thermodynamics, for an isolated system, ∆U = …………… (1)
Ans: Zero
27. What is meant by spontaneous processes? Give the criterion of spontaneity in terms of ∆G for a process
taking place at constant temperature and pressure. (2)
Ans: A process that takes place without the help of any external agency is called a spontaneous process. Or,
it is a process that has a natural tendency to occur.
For a spontaneous process ∆G(T,P) or ∆G should be –ve. (Or, ∆G < 0)
28. (a) State Hess' law of constant heat summation. (1)
(b) Calculate the standard enthalpy of formation from the following:
CH3OH (l) + 3/2 O2 (g) CO2 (g) + 2 H2O (l); ∆rH0 = -726 kJmol-1
C (graphite) + O2 (g) CO2 (g); ∆rH0 = - 393 kJ mol-1
H2 (g) + ½ O2 (g) H2O (l); ∆rH0 =- 286 kJmol-1 (3) [March 2019]

Ans: (a) Refer the Answer of the Question no. 2 (a)

(b) The required equation is: C(graphite) + 2H2(g) + ½ O2(g) CH3OH(l)
The given data are:
CH3OH(l) + 3/2 O2(g) CO2(g) + 2H2O(l); ∆rH0 = -726 kJ/mol …………………… (1)
C (graphite) + O2(g) CO2(g); ∆rH0 = -393 kJ/mol …………………….. (2)
H2(g) + ½ O2(g) H2O(l); ∆rH0 = -286 kJ/mol ……………………... (3)
On reversing equation (1), we get
CO2(g) + 2H2O(l) CH3OH(l) + 3/2 O2(g); ∆rH0 = 726 kJ/mol ………………. (4)
On multiplying eqn. (3) by 2, we get
2H2(g) + O2(g) 2H2O(l); ∆rH0 = -2 x 286 = -572 kJ/mol ……………………... (5)
Now add equations (2) + (4) + (5) and simplify. Then we get,
C(graphite) + 2H2(g) + ½ O2(g) CH3OH(l), ∆rH0 = -393 + 726 + -572 = -239 kJ/mol
29. In a process 701 J of heat is absorbed by a system and 394 J of work is done by the system. The change in
internal energy for the process is ……………………. (1)
Ans: 307 J [Here q = 701 J and w = -394 J. ∆U = q + w = 701 + -394 = 307 J]
30. The std. enthalpies of formation of CH4 (g), CO2 (g) and H2O (l) at 298K are – 74.81 kJ mol-1, -393.5 kJ mol-1
and -285.8 kJ mol-1 respectively. Calculate the std. enthalpy of the reaction:
CH4(g) + 2 O2(g) → CO2(g) + 2H2O (g) (2)
Ans: ΔrH = ∑ ΔfH (P) - ∑ ΔfH (R) = [ΔfH (CO2) + 2 x ΔfH0(H2O)] - [ΔfH0(CH4) + 2 x ΔfH0(O2)]
0 0 0 0

= [-393.5 + 2 x -285.8] – [-74.81 + 2x 0] = - 890.29 kJ mol-1

31. (a) What is a spontaneous process? (1)
(b) For the reaction, 4Fe(s) + 3O2(g) 2 Fe2O3 (s), the entropy change is - 549.4 J K-1 mol-1 at 298 K.
Inspite of the negative entropy change, why is the reaction spontaneous? Given ∆Ho = - 1648 kJ mol-1. (3)
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Ans: (a) It is a process that takes place without the help of any external agency.
(b) Spontaneity of a reaction is mainly determined by ∆G not by ∆S.
Here ∆Ho = - 1648 kJ mol-1 = -1648 x 103 J/mol. ∆So = - 549.4 J K mol-1 and T = 298 K
We know that ∆G0 = ∆H0 - T∆S0
= -1648 x 103 – 298 x -549.4 = -1811.72 x 103 J/mol
Since ∆G0 is negative, the process is spontaneous.
32. Define extensive and intensive properties. Give examples for each. (2)
Ans: Extensive properties are properties which depend on the amount of matter present in the system.
E.g.: Volume (V), internal energy (U), enthalpy (H), entropy (S), Gibb’s energy (G), heat capacity etc.
Intensive properties are independent of the amount of matter present in the system.
E.g. : Temperature (T), Pressure (P), Molar volume, density, refractive index, molar heat capacity, viscosity,
surface tension etc.
33. (a) Write the mathematical expression of First Law of thermodynamics. (1)
(b) Define standard enthalpy of formation. (1)
(c) Write the condition of temperature for a process to be spontaneous whose ∆H and ∆S values are
positive. [Hint : ∆G = ∆H – T∆S] (1) [March 2020]
Ans: (a) ∆U = q + w
(b) It is the standard enthalpy change for the formation of one mole of a compound from its elements in
their most stable state of aggregation (reference state).
(c) When ∆H and ∆S values are positive, the process will be spontaneous at higher temperatures.
34. Calculate the standard enthalpy of reaction: CaCO3 (s) CaO (s) + CO2 (g)
Given ∆fH CaCO3 (s) = -1206.92 kJ/mol, ∆fH CaO (s) = -635.09 kJ/mol and ∆fH0 CO2 (g) = -393.51 kJ/mol (2)
0 0

Ans: ΔrH0 = ∑ ΔfH0(P) - ∑ ΔfH0(R) = [ΔfH0(CaO) + ΔfH0(CO2)] - [ΔfH0(CaCO3)]

= [-635.09 + -393.51] – [-1206.92] = 178.32 kJ/mol
35. (a) State the second law of thermodynamics. (1)
(b) Define Gibbs energy. (1)
(c) How the Gibb’s energy change and entropy change are related? (1) [December 2020]
Ans: (a) It states that the entropy of the universe always increases during every spontaneous process.
(b) It is defined as the maximum amount of available energy that can be converted to useful work.
(c) ∆G = ∆H - T∆S
36. Write Hess’s law of constant heat summation. (2)
Ans: Refer the answer of the question number 2 (a)
37. (i) Name the thermodynamic system with exchange of energy and matter with surroundings. (1)
(ii) State 1st law of thermodynamics. (2)
Ans: (i) Open system
(ii) It states that energy can neither be created nor be destroyed. Or, the total energy in the universe is always
a constant. Or, the total energy of an isolated system is always a constant.
38. (i) Define extensive property. (1)
(ii) Identify extensive property from the following: density, mass, pressure, volume (2) [March 2021]
Ans: (i) Refer the answer of the question number 4 (b)
(ii) Extensive properties: mass, volume.
39. State Hess’s law of constant heat summation. (2)
Ans: Refer the Answer of the Question no. 2 (a)

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40. (i) Define extensive and intensive properties. (2)
(ii) Choose the intensive property from the following:
(A) Enthalpy (B) Molar volume (C) Heat capacity (D) Internal energy (1)
Ans: Refer the Answer of the Question no. 4 (b)
(ii) (B) Molar volume
41. The enthalpy and entropy changes for a reaction are 490 kJ mol–1 and 198 Jk–1mol–1. Calculate the value of
Gibb’s energy change (∆rG) for this reaction at 300 K. Predict whether the reaction is spontaneous at this
temperature. (3) [December 2021]
Ans: From Gibb’s equation ∆G = ∆H - T∆S
Here ∆H = 490 kJ/mol = 490 x 103 J/mol, ∆S = 198 J/K/mol and T = 300 K
So ∆G = 490 x 103 – 300 x 198 = 430600 J/mol = 430.6 kJ/mol
Since ∆G is positive, the reaction is not spontaneous at this temperature.
42. (i) Which of the following is not correct for the isothermal and free expansion of an ideal gas?
(A) W = 0 (B) q = 0 (C) Pex = 0 (D) U  0 (1)
(ii) Calculate the amount of work done during the expansion of an ideal gas from 2 litre to 10 litre against a
constant external pressure of 1 atm. (2)
Ans: (D) ΔU ≠ 0
Work done (W) = -p.ΔV

= - p (V2 – V1)
= - 1 (10 – 2) = - 8 litre-atm
i.e. 8 litre-atm work is done by the system.
43. (i) Define entropy. (1)
(ii) Explain by giving reason whether entropy increases or decreases in the following processes:
(a) A liquid crystallises into a solid. (1)
(b) Temperature of a crystalline solid is raised from 0 K to 115 K. (1)
(iii) Write the equation showing the relationship between entropy and Gibb’s energy. (1) [March 2022]
Ans: (i) Entropy is the degree of disorderness or randomness of a system.
(a) Entropy decreases. This is because in solids, the particles have well ordered arrangement/due to the
closely packed arrangements in solids.
(b) Entropy increases. This is because when temperature increases, disorderness increases and hence the
entropy increases.
(a) Relationship between Entropy and Gibb’s energy is: G = H – TS
44. (i) Which of the following is an intensive property?
(a) Mass (b) Volume (c) Temperature (d) Heat capacity (1)
(ii) What is meant by entropy of a system? What is the change in entropy when liquid crystallises into
corresponding solid? (2)
Ans: (i) (c) Temperature
(ii) Entropy is the degree of disorderness or randomness of a system. Entropy decreases.
45. (i) State Hess’s law of constant heat summation. (1)
(ii) Calculate the standard enthalpy of formation of ethane from the following data:
(a) C(s) + O2(g) → CO2(g);ΔrH0 = -393.5 kJ
(b) H2(g) + ½ O2(g) → H2O(l);ΔrH0 = -285.8 kJ
(c) C2H6(g) + 7/2 O2 → 2CO2 (g) + 3H2O(l);ΔrH0 = -1560 kJ (3) [October 2022]
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Ans: (i) Refer the Answer of the Question number 2 (a).
(ii) The required equation is: 2C (s) + 3 H2(g) → C2H6(g)
The given data are:
C(s) + O2(g) → CO2 (g); ΔrH0 = -393.5 kJ/mol ………………….. (1)
H2 (g)+ ½ O2 (g) → H2O (g); ΔrH0 = -285.8 kJ/mol …………………… (2)
C2H6 (g) + 7/2 O2(g) → 2 CO2(g) + 3 H2O(l) ΔrH0 = +1560 kJ/mol ……… (3)
On reversing equation (3) we get:
2 CO2 (g) + 3 H2O(l) → C2H6 (g)+ 7/2 O2 (g); ΔrH0 = -1560 kJ/mol ………….. (4)
Now multiply eqn. (1) with 2 and eqn (2) with 3 and add the resultant eqns. with (4)
Then we get: 2 C (S) + 3 H2(g) → C2H6(g); ΔrH0 = 2x-393.5 + 3x-285.8 + (-1560) = - 3204.4 kJ/mol

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