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The value of enthalpy change for the process represented by the equation; (Na(s) ---> Na+(g) ΔH = ? ) is equal to:

Correct answer: C. ∆H°at of sodium + 1st I.E, of sodium

  • A. I.E, of sodium
  • B. ∆H, of sodium
  • C. ∆H°at of sodium + 1st I.E, of sodium
  • D. I.E, of sodium + ∆H of sodium

Explanation

The above equation shows that sodium atom in its solid state has converted to sodium atom in its gaseous state, therefore, enthalpy change of atomisation should be taken in account. Sodium atom has also converted into an ion with a +1 charge. This shows that it has been ionised and has lost one electron so we will take the first ionisation energy into consideration as well.

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