Measuring temperature change (Edexcel GCSE Chemistry Combined Science): Flashcards

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Measuring temperature change
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Temperature change in endothermic reaction

Temperature decreases

Temperature change in exothermic reaction

Temperature increases

Purpose of insulation in experiment

Limit energy transfer to/from reaction

Why cover cup in reaction

Reduce energy loss through evaporation

How to calculate temperature change

Final temp - starting temp

Ammonium chloride dissolving in water

Lowers temp (endothermic)

Calcium chloride dissolving in water

Raises temp (exothermic)

Most neutralisation reactions energy type

Exothermic

Endothermic neutralisation exception

Ethanoic acid + sodium carbonate

Displacement reactions energy type

Exothermic

Example: Zn powder + copper sulfate

Exothermic displacement

Precipitation reactions energy type

Usually exothermic

Example precipitation reaction

Lead(II) nitrate + potassium iodide

Endothermic reactions & heat

Absorb heat

Exothermic reactions & heat

Release heat

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