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Which of the following is not correct?

Correct answer: B. Neutralization is always exothermic

  • A. Dissolution of NH4Cl in excess of water is an endothermic process
  • B. Neutralization is always exothermic
  • C. The absolute value of enthalpy (H) can be determined experimentally
  • D. The heat of reaction at constant volume is denoted by ΔE

Explanation

Neutralization reactions involve the combination of an acid and a base to form water and a salt. While many neutralization reactions are indeed exothermic, it is not accurate to say that neutralization is always exothermic. The heat change in a neutralization reaction depends on the specific acid and base involved. In some cases, neutralization reactions can be endothermic, resulting in an absorption of heat.

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