Question
The values of ΔH and ΔSfor the reaction, C(graphite) + CO2 → 2 CO (g) are 170 kJ and 170 JK-1 respectively. This reaction will be spontaneous at
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710 K
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910 K
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1110 K
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510 K
Solution
C.
1110 K
For spontaneous process, ΔG < 0
ΔG = ΔH - TΔS
Given , ΔH = 170 KJ = 170 x 103 J
ΔS = 170 JK-1
T = ?
ΔG = ΔH - TΔS
0 < 70 x 103 - T x 170
T > 1000
T = 1100 K