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Enthalpies of Formation

Definition

Enthalpies of formation refer to the change in enthalpy when one mole of a substance in its standard state is formed from its pure elements under similar conditions.

Related terms

Standard State Conditions: These are reference conditions used for measuring properties related to enthalpy changes such as heat capacity and calorific value. They typically involve pressures at 1 bar or temperatures around 25 degrees Celsius.

Enthalpy Change (∆H): This term represents the total heat content change within a system during a reaction occurring at constant pressure.

Exothermic and Endothermic Reactions: These are types of chemical reactions that either release heat (exothermic) or absorb heat (endothermic), respectively.

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  • AP Chemistry - 9.2 Absolute Entropy and Entropy Change

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