Van't Hoff Approach to Finding ∆H and ∆S

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The discussion revolves around the application of the Van't Hoff equation, specifically regarding the use of temperature in calculations. It clarifies that while the equation includes ∆Ho, which represents the enthalpy change at 298K, T1 does not always have to be 298K for calculations. Users can input different temperatures for T2 and corresponding equilibrium constants for KT2, while still using 298K for T1 and its constant value for KT1. The assumption that ∆H remains constant with temperature is noted as a limitation of the equation. Overall, the conversation emphasizes understanding the proper application of the Van't Hoff equation in thermodynamic calculations.
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Heres the question:
[PLAIN]http://img194.imageshack.us/img194/9042/vanthoff.png
and here's the Van't Hoff equation (the form I like to use):
[PLAIN]http://img703.imageshack.us/img703/1577/vtequation.png
I'm a bit confused about what's going on here. I see the formula includes ∆Ho, meaning the enthalpy change for 1 mole of reactant at 298K. Does that mean to use this formula T1 always has to be 298K? In other words to get the ∆Ho for the reaction would I just plug 298K into T1 and 4.25 x 10-7 into KT1 then plug any other pair of values from that table into T2 and KT2?
 
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The ∆H is always assumed to be constant with temp in this equation (standard enthalpy change), which is an obvious downside to the relation. If you derive it from
(d ln(K)) / (d 1/T) = -∆Ho/R you will find that from the integration.
 
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