5.1 - Determination of the Heat of Reaction of Hydrochloric Acid with Sodium Hydroxide (Leaving Cert Chemistry): Quizzes

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What is determined in this experiment?

Heat of neutralisation

What molarity solutions are used in this experiment?

1 M

What volume of each solution is measured?

50 cm³

What formula is used to calculate the heat liberated?

q=mcΔTq = mc\Delta T

Why is a polystyrene cup used?

Excellent insulator

How are HClHCl and NaOHNaOH classified for safety?

Corrosive

What condition must be met before mixing the solutions?

Same temperature

What temperature reading is recorded after mixing?

Highest temperature

What value is used for specific heat capacity?

4.2 J/g°C

What does the negative sign in -50.4 kJ/mol indicate?

Exothermic reaction

Why would HNO3HNO_3 and KOHKOH yield similar results?

Both strong acids/bases

What is a main source of error in this experiment?

Heat loss to surroundings

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