Question

For the reaction CO2(g) + H2(g)CO(g) + H20(g)

∆H°=41.2 kJ and ∆S°=42.1 J/K
The standard free energy change for the reaction of 1.96 moles of Co2(g) at 289 K, 1 atm would be_________KJ.
This reaction is (reactant, product)___________ favored under standard conditions at 289 K.
Assume that ∆H° and ∆S° are independent of temperature.

Answer 1

The ΔG° is 29 kJ and the reaction is favored towards reactant.

Step-by-step explanation:

Based on the given information, the ΔH°rxn or enthalpy change is 41.2 kJ, the ΔS°rxn or change in entropy is 42.1 J/K or 42.1 * 10⁻³ kJ/K. The temperature given is 289 K. Now the Gibbs Free energy change can be calculated by using the formula,

ΔG° = ΔH°rxn - TΔS°rxn

= 41.2 kJ - 289 K × 42.1 × 10⁻³ kJ/K

= 41.2 kJ - 12.2 kJ

= 29 kJ

As ΔG° of the reaction is positive, therefore, the reaction is favored towards reactant.