Predict \Delta H for NaOH(s) to NaOH(g) using Hess' Law

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The discussion focuses on predicting the enthalpy change (\Delta H) for the transition of solid sodium hydroxide (NaOH) to gaseous sodium hydroxide (NaOH(g)) using Hess' Law. Participants explore the relationship between known enthalpy values for various reactions and how they can be applied to calculate the desired enthalpy change. The conversation highlights the importance of understanding whether the process involves bond energies or enthalpy of formation, particularly in the context of sublimation. A participant arrives at a calculated \Delta H of 159 kJ for the reaction, seeking validation and clarity on the methodology used. Overall, the thread emphasizes the application of Hess' Law and the need for a clear understanding of thermodynamic principles in solving such problems.
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NaOH(s) --> NaOH(g)

\Delta H^{\circ}_{diss} (O-O) = 251 kJ
\Delta H^{\circ}_{diss} (O-H) = 465 kJ
\Delta H^{\circ}_{diss} (H-H) = 435 kJ
\Delta H^{\circ}_{diss} (Na-O) = 255 kJ

\Delta H_{sol} = -46 KJ for NaOH_{(s)}

NaOH_{(s)} \rightarrow Na^{+}_{(aq)} + OH^{-}_{(aq)} \cdot\cdot\cdot\cdot\cdot\cdot\cdot\cdot\cdot\cdot\cdot\cdot\cdot\cdot\cdot\cdot\cdot\cdot\cdot\Delta H = -46 KJ

\Delta H^{\circ}_{f} = -427 KJ for NaOH_{(s)}

Na_{(s)} + \frac{1}{2}O_{2(g)} + \frac{1}{2}H_{2(g)} \rightarrow NaOH_{(s)} \cdot\cdot\cdot\cdot\cdot\cdot\cdot\cdot\cdot\cdot\Delta H = -427 KJ

I forgot one part:
Na_{(s)} \rightarrow Na_{(g)} \cdot\cdot\cdot\cdot\cdot \Delta H = 109 kJ

Predict \Delta H for NaOH_{(s)} \rightarrow NaOH_{(g)}


Because I am trying to find the enthalpy of one reaction, and i have other 'known' enthalpy reactions does this problem automatically turn into a Hess' Law type problem ? or is this still a bond energy/enthalpy reaction or just bond energy type problem ? Also i do not have a NaOH_{(g)} in any of my reaction so how can i go about computing the targeted enthalpy ?
 
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So does anyone know how to tackle this problem ?
 


Okay here is what i tried doing, I know there might be something wrong and such but please please please i beg you indicate my mistake this is my last question regarding Reaction heats. Next up Equilibrium lol ... anyways.. *ahem*...

Na_{(s)} \rightarrow Na_{(g)} \cdot\cdot\cdot\cdot\cdot \Delta H=109 KJ
This means:

Na_{(g)} + \frac{1}{2}O_{2(g)} + \frac{1}{2}H_{2(g)} \rightarrow NaOH_{(s)} \cdot\cdot\cdot\cdot\cdot\cdot\cdot\cdot\cdot\cdot \Delta H^{\circ}_{f} = -268 KJ

My question regarding the above question is when i convert Na(s)-->Na(g) does my product NaOH(s) become ---> NaOH(g) so that my target equation ends up NaOH(g) as a product ? or does it still remain a solid and my calculation or method is wrong and should be discarded because a better method is out there... so please help. I did another part it seems to make sense to change NaOH(s) ---> NaOH(g) because I am using the heat of dissociation and do those values mean to dissociate a given compound to its gaseous atoms or what ??. I know that those values are the same for any compound so does that also mean its the same values for the same compound but in a different state like with NaOH(s) and NaOH(g) ?

I converted NaOH(s) into NaOH(g) to show my method but still i need a better explanation so i can understand and not just from theorizing "making things happen" which i don't like to do :( I also know this is sublimation lol that's my last point. I got -268 KJ for the second equation because I am using bond energies or is this still not the correct method ? please help me.

NaOH_{(s)} \rightarrow Na_{(s)} + \frac{1}{2}O_{2(g)} + \frac{1}{2}H_{2(g)} \Delta H = 427 KJ
Na_{(g)} + \frac{1}{2}O_{2(g)} + \frac{1}{2}H_{2(g)} \rightarrow NaOH_{(g)} \Delta H = -268 KJ
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NaOH_{(s)} \rightarrow NaOH_{(g)} \Delta H = 159 KJ

You can do the cancellation yourself: Na, O2, and H2 get cancelled. This answer is correct on the back of my paper but can anyone suggest a better method ? of if this is somewhat the correct method then can anyone please clean up my explanation to make things clear ? Thanks a bunch. Now i go sleep ... ZZZzz
 


CAN somebody help me with this ?
 


Helooooooooooooooooooooooo ? Is there anyone in this forum ?
 
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