Change in enthalpy is defined as:

Correct answer: B. The total energy change at constant pressure

  • A. The change in heat content
  • B. The total energy change at constant pressure
  • C. The heat change at constant volume if ∆n=0
  • D. Work done at constant pressure

Explanation

Enthalpy change, represented by ΔH, is the total energy change in a system at constant pressure. It accounts for both heat exchange and work done by the system. Option B accurately describes this concept. Option A is incorrect because it only considers heat without accounting for pressure. Option C inaccurately describes a condition for internal energy at constant volume, not enthalpy. Option D focuses only on work, missing the heat component, hence it does not fully represent enthalpy change.

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