Calculating Heat of Reaction: NaOH + HCl

In summary, the formula for calculating heat of reaction is ΔH = q/m, where ΔH is the heat of reaction, q is the heat absorbed or released, and m is the mass of the substance. The heat absorbed or released during a reaction can be determined by measuring the temperature change and using the specific heat capacity of the substances involved. The heat of reaction for the reaction between NaOH and HCl can be calculated using the formula ΔH = q/m, with the specific heat capacities and mass of each substance being measured. The heat of reaction can be negative for exothermic reactions and positive for endothermic reactions. Finally, the heat of reaction is related to the enthalpy change of a reaction only at constant pressure
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I have trying to write a hypothesis for this reaction but boy am I lost

NaOH --> Na(+) + OH(-)
NaOH + H (+) + Cl (-) --> H20 + Na(+) + Cl(-)
NaOH +OH (-) + H(+) Cl (-) --> H20 + Na(+) + Cl(-)

Which reaction would produce the most heat and why??
How would i calculate this

Thanks
 
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Look up enthalpies of formations then compare- summation of the products minus the summation of the reactants. By the way, equation #3 makes no sense.
 
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whoops Equation #3 shouls read
Na (+) + OH(-) + H (+) + Cl (-) --> H2O + Na (+) + Cl (-)
 

1. What is the formula for calculating heat of reaction?

The formula for calculating heat of reaction is ΔH = q/m, where ΔH is the heat of reaction, q is the heat absorbed or released, and m is the mass of the substance.

2. How do you determine the heat absorbed or released during a reaction?

The heat absorbed or released during a reaction can be determined by measuring the temperature change using a thermometer and using the specific heat capacity of the substances involved in the reaction.

3. What is the heat of reaction for the reaction between NaOH and HCl?

The heat of reaction for the reaction between NaOH and HCl can be calculated using the formula ΔH = q/m. The specific heat capacity of NaOH and HCl can be found in a reference table, and the mass of each substance can be measured using a balance.

4. Can the heat of reaction be negative?

Yes, the heat of reaction can be negative if the reaction is exothermic, meaning it releases heat. It can also be positive if the reaction is endothermic, meaning it absorbs heat.

5. How is the heat of reaction related to the enthalpy change of a reaction?

The heat of reaction, or ΔH, is equal to the enthalpy change of a reaction, or ΔH, only at constant pressure. This means that the heat of reaction and the enthalpy change will be the same as long as the reaction is not performed in a closed container where the pressure changes.

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