Which reaction will have a negative ∆H value

[TT0]

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Negative ∆H means that the product is more stable. Change from solid to gas requires energy so cancel out A and C. Reaction D doesn't make sense. The products of reaction B and E are more stable than the reactant because there is a full shell so it seems to me both would have a ∆H value. Can someone tell me what am I missing?

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[Borek]

Reaction D does make a perfect sense.

Ionization always requires energy.

 

[TT0]

I thought chlorine didn't monatomic gases. So are you saying D is the answer? If so, why does it release energy?

Thanks a lot

 

[Borek]

I thought chlorine didn't monatomic gases.

Every diatomic molecule can be split (forced to dissociation) at temperatures high enough. It typically requires a lot of energy (hence the need for high temperatures).

 

[TT0]

I see, so D has a positive ∆H value.

Would you say both B and E have negative ∆H as the products are more stable?

Cheers!

 

[Borek]

Would you say both B and E have negative ∆H as the products are more stable?

Ionization always requires energy.

 

[TT0]

So I guess A is the answer then? As it does not ionise. C is sublimation which requires energy. If A is the answer, isn't energy required for a particle to turn into a gas?

Thanks!

 

[Borek]

E is not ionization.

 

[TT0]

I see. I got confused and forgot ionisation does not mean turning into an ion. Thanks a lot