Calculating ∆G for the Formation of Phosphorus Trichloride

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The discussion focuses on calculating the Gibbs free energy change (∆G) for the formation of phosphorus trichloride (PCl3) from its elements, phosphorus (P2) and chlorine (Cl2). The user has determined the enthalpy change (∆H = -725.2 kJ) and entropy change (∆S = 263.6 J/K) but is uncertain about the appropriate temperature to use in the equation ∆G = ∆H - T∆S. It is confirmed that the standard temperature of 25 degrees Celsius (298 K) should be used for this calculation.

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Homework Statement

Calculate the value of Go for the formation of 1 mol of phosphorus trichloride from its constituent elements:

P2(g) + 3 Cl2(g) ---> 2 PCl3(g)



The attempt at a solution

I thought of trying delta G = delta H - T deltaS , but I'm lost on where to start.



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* Calculate the value of ∆G for the formation of 1 mol of phosphorus trichloride from its constituent elements

Sorry, typed in Go instead of ∆G.

I figured out ∆H and ∆S already (not sure if it's correct)

∆H = -725.2 kJ
∆S = 263.6 J/K

but in the equation ∆G = ∆H - T∆S I'm not sure what the temperature is suppose to be. I got the thermodynamic quantities at 25 degrees Celsius, do I use that as T even though it doesn't state the temperature in the question?

Thanks
 
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