Which equation represents the process that occurs when the standard enthalpy of atomisation of iodine is measured?
A $\frac{1}{2}I_2(s) \rightarrow I(g)$
B $I_2(s) \rightarrow 2I(g)$
C $\frac{1}{2}I_2(g) \rightarrow I(g)$
D $I(g) \rightarrow 2I(g)$ - AQA - A-Level Chemistry - Question 14 - 2018 - Paper 3
Question 14
Which equation represents the process that occurs when the standard enthalpy of atomisation of iodine is measured?
A $\frac{1}{2}I_2(s) \rightarrow I(g)$
B $I_2(... show full transcript
Worked Solution & Example Answer:Which equation represents the process that occurs when the standard enthalpy of atomisation of iodine is measured?
A $\frac{1}{2}I_2(s) \rightarrow I(g)$
B $I_2(s) \rightarrow 2I(g)$
C $\frac{1}{2}I_2(g) \rightarrow I(g)$
D $I(g) \rightarrow 2I(g)$ - AQA - A-Level Chemistry - Question 14 - 2018 - Paper 3
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Identify the correct equation for standard enthalpy of atomisation
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Answer
The standard enthalpy of atomisation refers to the energy change when one mole of a substance in its standard state is converted to gaseous atoms. The correct equation for measuring the standard enthalpy of atomisation of iodine is:
Answer: Option B:
I2(s)→2I(g)
This equation shows one mole of solid iodine converting into two moles of gaseous iodine atoms.