Thermodynamics of Reactions with Glucose

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The discussion centers on calculating the thermodynamic properties of reactions involving glucose, specifically focusing on enthalpy changes at different temperatures. The user successfully determined the reaction enthalpy at 298.15 K using literature values but is uncertain about how to adjust this for higher temperatures. They mention using Hess's law and heat capacities to find the change in enthalpy at 330.15 K. The user expresses difficulty in understanding the professor's explanations and seeks guidance on specific examples for similar calculations. Assistance is directed towards relevant tables in their materials for further help.
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Homework Statement


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Homework Equations


ΔH rxn = ΔH products - ΔH reactants
ΔU = q + w


The Attempt at a Solution


Pretty overwhelmed with the entire problem. Since the ΔH's of all reactants and products were in the literature for the reference temperature of 298.15 K, I was able to plug them in and get the value for that temperature. I am not sure how it changes with temperature increase?

Can anyone point me in the right direction?
 
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Perhaps heat capacity(-ies) is the reason where delta T = 298.15 K - 330.15 K.
 
Ah, okay I was able to the the change in enthalpy for 330.15 K by Hess's law, and adding delta H rxn (298.15K) to the integral of delta Cp dT integrated from To to T.

Now I'm stuck on b. part ii. I can't find any examples anywhere on calculating problems like this and my professor is so highly educated (MIT, Harvard, UPenn) that I can't understand him.

Ahh, any help is appreciated!
 
It lies somewhere in Table 4.1 and 4.2. That will get you started.
 
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