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My question is: what does the change in pressure do to the energy involved in a reaction?
My question is: what does the change in pressure do to the energy involved in a reaction?
The amount of heat absorbed or evolved when specified amounts of compounds react under constant pressure.
The change in the enthalpy of the system that occurs when a reaction is run at constant pressure.
Pressure is defined as the force exerted on a surface per unit area. In other words, it is a measure of how much force is distributed over a certain area.
Pressure can affect reaction energy in various ways. It can affect the rate of a reaction by changing the concentration and availability of reactants, as well as influencing the equilibrium position of a reaction. It can also affect the activation energy required for a reaction to occur.
The relationship between pressure and reaction energy is often referred to as the Le Chatelier's principle. This principle states that if pressure is increased, the equilibrium will shift to the side with fewer moles of gas in order to reduce the pressure. This can result in a change in the reaction energy.
Yes, pressure can be used to control reaction energy. By adjusting the pressure, the equilibrium position of a reaction can be manipulated, resulting in a change in the reaction energy. This is often used in industrial processes to optimize reaction conditions and increase efficiency.
Pressure can be measured using a variety of instruments such as barometers, manometers, and pressure gauges. In a reaction, pressure can be directly measured by placing a pressure sensor or gauge in the reaction vessel. Alternatively, the pressure can also be calculated using the ideal gas law, where pressure is equal to the number of moles of gas multiplied by the gas constant and the temperature.