Is this homework assignment exothermic or endothermic?

In summary, the reactions Zn(s) + 2HCl(aq) → ZnCl2(aq) + H2(g) and N2(l) → N2(g) are exothermic and involve work done on the system (exo-on and exo-by, respectively). The reactions Cl2(aq) + 2 KBr(aq) → 2 KCl(aq) + Br2(aq) and NH3(g) + HCl(g) → NH4Cl(s) are both exothermic with no work done (exo-none and endo-by, respectively). Finally, the reaction S(s) + 3/2 O2(g) → SO3(g) is endother
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Label each of the following reactions as exothermic or endothermic ("exo" or "endo"), and according to whether work is done on or by the system, or no work is done at all ("on", "by" or "none")? Note that no "endo-on" cases appear here, as these are always thermodynamically unfavourable. There is no need to do any calculation, use chemical arguments to predict the sign of the enthalpy change.

Pick from these > endo-by ,exo-none ,exo-by ,exo-on

Zn(s) + 2HCl(aq) → ZnCl2(aq) + H2(g)
Cl2(aq) + 2 KBr(aq) → 2 KCl(aq) + Br2(aq)
N2(l) → N2(g)
NH3(g) + HCl(g) → NH4Cl(s)
S(s) + 3/2 O2(g) → SO3(g)
 
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My attempt--- (are they right) ?
Zn(s) + 2HCl(aq) → ZnCl2(aq) + H2(g) -- exo-on
N2(l) → N2(g) -- exo by
Cl2(aq) + 2 KBr(aq) → 2 KCl(aq) + Br2(aq) ---exo none
NH3(g) + HCl(g) → NH4Cl(s) ---endo by
S(s) + 3/2 O2(g) → SO3(g) ---endo by
 

1. What is the difference between endothermic and exothermic reactions?

Endothermic reactions absorb heat and energy from their surroundings, while exothermic reactions release heat and energy into their surroundings.

2. How can you tell if a reaction is endothermic or exothermic?

You can determine if a reaction is endothermic or exothermic by measuring the temperature change of the surroundings. A decrease in temperature indicates an endothermic reaction, while an increase in temperature indicates an exothermic reaction.

3. What are some examples of endothermic reactions?

Some examples of endothermic reactions include melting ice, evaporating water, and dissolving salt in water.

4. What are some examples of exothermic reactions?

Some examples of exothermic reactions include burning wood, rusting iron, and the reaction between vinegar and baking soda.

5. Can a reaction be both endothermic and exothermic?

No, a reaction can either be endothermic or exothermic, but not both at the same time. However, some reactions may have both endothermic and exothermic steps, but the overall reaction will still be classified as either endothermic or exothermic based on the net change in energy.

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