8. Thermochemistry
Endothermic & Exothermic Reactions
8. Thermochemistry Endothermic & Exothermic Reactions
11PRACTICE PROBLEM
Carbon can react with oxygen and produce CO2 and CO:
C(s) + O2(g) → CO2(g) ΔH = -393.5 kJ
C(s) + 1/2 O2(g) → CO(g) ΔH = -110.5 kJ
However, CO2 production is much more favorable than CO being produced. Why is this the case?
Carbon can react with oxygen and produce CO2 and CO:
C(s) + O2(g) → CO2(g) ΔH = -393.5 kJ
C(s) + 1/2 O2(g) → CO(g) ΔH = -110.5 kJ
However, CO2 production is much more favorable than CO being produced. Why is this the case?