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Maharashtra HSC Board Pattern

Chapter 4: Chemical Thermodynamics Mock Test

Time: 1 Hour   |   Maximum Marks: 25

General Instructions:
  • All questions are compulsory.
  • Section A contains Q1 (Multiple Choice) and Q2 (Very Short Answer).
  • Section B contains Short Answer Type I questions (2 marks each). Attempt any 4.
  • Section C contains Short Answer Type II questions (3 marks each). Attempt any 2.
  • Section D contains Long Answer questions (4 marks each). Attempt any 1.
  • Use of logarithmic tables is allowed. Calculators are not permitted.

SECTION A

Q1. Select and write the most appropriate answer from the given alternatives: [4 Marks]

  1. Which of the following is an intensive property?
    (A) Volume
    (B) Enthalpy
    (C) Temperature
    (D) Internal energy
  2. The mathematical expression of the first law of thermodynamics for an isothermal process is:
    (A) $\Delta U = q$
    (B) $q = -W$
    (C) $\Delta U = W$
    (D) $W = 0$
  3. A chemical reaction is spontaneous at all temperatures if:
    (A) $\Delta H > 0$ and $\Delta S > 0$
    (B) $\Delta H < 0$ and $\Delta S < 0$
    (C) $\Delta H > 0$ and $\Delta S < 0$
    (D) $\Delta H < 0$ and $\Delta S > 0$
  4. The work done when a gas expands into a vacuum (free expansion) is:
    (A) Infinite
    (B) Zero
    (C) Maximum
    (D) Cannot be determined

Q2. Answer the following questions in one sentence: [3 Marks]

  1. State Hess's law of constant heat summation.
  2. Define: Enthalpy of sublimation.
  3. Write the expression for maximum work ($W_{max}$) done in an isothermal reversible expansion.

SECTION B

Attempt any FOUR of the following: [8 Marks]

  1. Distinguish between State function and Path function. Give one example of each.
  2. Distinguish between Isothermal process and Adiabatic process.
  3. Calculate the work done when 2 moles of an ideal gas expand from a volume of 2 L to 5 L against a constant external pressure of 1.2 bar. ($1 \text{ L bar} = 100 \text{ J}$).
  4. Define Standard Enthalpy of Formation ($\Delta_f H^\circ$). Give one example.
  5. What is entropy? Write its SI unit.

SECTION C

Attempt any TWO of the following: [6 Marks]

  1. Derive the expression for the maximum work ($W_{max}$) done by the system during an isothermal and reversible expansion of an ideal gas.
  2. Derive the relationship between $\Delta H$ and $\Delta U$ for a chemical reaction involving gases.
  3. For a certain reaction, $\Delta H = -224 \text{ kJ}$ and $\Delta S = -153 \text{ J K}^{-1}$. Calculate $\Delta G$ at 298 K. Predict whether the reaction is spontaneous or not.

SECTION D

Attempt any ONE of the following: [4 Marks]

  1. (a) Calculate the work done in the oxidation of 4 moles of $SO_2(g)$ at 298 K if:
    $2SO_2(g) + O_2(g) \rightarrow 2SO_3(g)$ ($R = 8.314 \text{ J K}^{-1}\text{mol}^{-1}$). [2 Marks]
    (b) What is an isolated system? Give an example. [2 Marks]
  2. (a) Calculate the standard enthalpy of formation of $CH_4(g)$ if standard enthalpies of combustion of Carbon (graphite), $H_2(g)$, and $CH_4(g)$ are -393.5 kJ/mol, -285.8 kJ/mol, and -890.3 kJ/mol respectively. [3 Marks]
    (b) What is the sign convention for heat absorbed by a system? [1 Mark]
Self-Evaluation Guide

Solutions & Marking Scheme

SECTION A [7 Marks]

Q1. Multiple Choice Answers:

1. (C) Temperature [1 Mark for correct option]

2. (B) $q = -W$ [1 Mark. For isothermal, $\Delta U = 0$, so $0 = q + W$]

3. (D) $\Delta H < 0$ and $\Delta S > 0$ [1 Mark. $\Delta G = \Delta H - T\Delta S$. Both conditions make $\Delta G$ negative]

4. (B) Zero [1 Mark. $P_{ext} = 0$ in vacuum, so $W = -P_{ext}\Delta V = 0$]

Q2. Very Short Answers:

1. Hess's Law:

It states that the overall enthalpy change for a chemical reaction is constant, regardless of whether the reaction takes place in one single step or in a series of multiple steps. [1 Mark for correct statement]

2. Enthalpy of Sublimation:

It is the enthalpy change that accompanies the conversion of exactly one mole of a solid directly into its vapor at constant temperature and pressure. [1 Mark for correct definition]

3. Expression for $W_{max}$:

$W_{max} = -2.303 nRT \log_{10}\left(\frac{V_2}{V_1}\right)$ or $-2.303 nRT \log_{10}\left(\frac{P_1}{P_2}\right)$ [1 Mark for correct formula]

SECTION B [8 Marks]

Q3. State vs Path Function:

State Function: A thermodynamic property whose value depends only on the current state (initial and final states) of the system and is independent of the path followed. Example: Enthalpy ($H$), Entropy ($S$). [1 Mark]

Path Function: A property whose value depends on the path or mechanism followed to go from the initial to the final state. Example: Work ($W$), Heat ($q$). [1 Mark]

Q4. Isothermal vs Adiabatic Process:

Isothermal Process Adiabatic Process
Temperature of the system remains constant ($\Delta T = 0$). Temperature of the system changes.
Heat is exchanged with surroundings ($q \neq 0$). No heat is exchanged with surroundings ($q = 0$).

[1 Mark for each point of distinction = 2 Marks]

Q5. Work done numerical:

Given: $V_1 = 2 \text{ L}$, $V_2 = 5 \text{ L}$, $P_{ext} = 1.2 \text{ bar}$. [1/2 Mark]

Formula: $W = -P_{ext}\Delta V = -P_{ext}(V_2 - V_1)$ [1/2 Mark]

$W = -1.2 \times (5 - 2) = -1.2 \times 3 = -3.6 \text{ L bar}$ [1/2 Mark]

Convert to Joules: $W = -3.6 \times 100 = -360 \text{ J}$. [1/2 Mark for correct answer]

Q6. Standard Enthalpy of Formation ($\Delta_f H^\circ$):

Definition: It is defined as the enthalpy change accompanying the formation of exactly one mole of a pure compound from its constituent elements, with all substances being in their standard states. [1 Mark]

Example: $H_2(g) + \frac{1}{2}O_2(g) \rightarrow H_2O(l) \quad \Delta_f H^\circ = -285.8 \text{ kJ/mol}$ [1 Mark]

Q7. Entropy and its Unit:

Entropy ($S$): It is a thermodynamic state function that measures the degree of randomness or disorder in a system. The greater the disorder, the higher the entropy. [1 Mark]

SI Unit: Joules per Kelvin per mole ($\text{J K}^{-1}\text{mol}^{-1}$). [1 Mark]

SECTION C [6 Marks]

Q8. Derivation of Maximum Work ($W_{max}$):

1. For a reversible process, opposing pressure $P_{ex} = P - dP$. [1/2 Mark]

2. Work done for a small volume change: $dW = -P_{ex} \cdot dV = -(P - dP) \cdot dV$.

Since $dP \cdot dV$ is negligible, $dW = -P \cdot dV$. [1 Mark]

3. Total work by integrating from $V_1$ to $V_2$: $W_{max} = -\int_{V_1}^{V_2} P \, dV$.

4. Using ideal gas law $P = \frac{nRT}{V}$: $W_{max} = -\int_{V_1}^{V_2} \frac{nRT}{V} dV$. [1/2 Mark]

5. For isothermal process, $T$ is constant: $W_{max} = -nRT [\ln V]_{V_1}^{V_2} = -nRT \ln\left(\frac{V_2}{V_1}\right)$. [1/2 Mark]

6. Converting to base 10: $W_{max} = -2.303 nRT \log_{10}\left(\frac{V_2}{V_1}\right)$. [1/2 Mark]

Q9. Derivation of $\Delta H = \Delta U + \Delta n_g RT$:

1. By definition, $H = U + PV$. For a change at constant pressure, $\Delta H = \Delta U + P\Delta V = \Delta U + P(V_2 - V_1)$. [1 Mark]

2. Applying ideal gas equation for reactants and products: $PV_1 = n_1RT$ and $PV_2 = n_2RT$. [1 Mark]

3. Substituting: $\Delta H = \Delta U + n_2RT - n_1RT = \Delta U + (n_2 - n_1)RT$.

4. Let $\Delta n_g = n_2 - n_1$. Therefore, $\Delta H = \Delta U + \Delta n_g RT$. [1 Mark]

Q10. Numerical on Spontaneity ($\Delta G$):

Given: $\Delta H = -224 \text{ kJ} = -224,000 \text{ J}$, $\Delta S = -153 \text{ J K}^{-1}$, $T = 298 \text{ K}$. [1/2 Mark]

Formula: $\Delta G = \Delta H - T\Delta S$ [1/2 Mark]

$\Delta G = -224,000 - (298 \times -153) = -224,000 - (-45,594) = -224,000 + 45,594$ [1 Mark]

$\Delta G = -178,406 \text{ J} = -178.406 \text{ kJ}$. [1/2 Mark]

Since $\Delta G < 0$, the reaction is spontaneous. [1/2 Mark]

SECTION D [4 Marks]

Q11. (a) Work in chemical reaction [2 Marks] (b) Isolated System [2 Marks]

(a) Work Calculation:

Reaction: $2SO_2(g) + O_2(g) \rightarrow 2SO_3(g)$

For 2 moles of $SO_2$: $\Delta n_g = n_{prod} - n_{react} = 2 - (2+1) = -1 \text{ mol}$. [1/2 Mark]

For 4 moles of $SO_2$, $\Delta n_g = -2 \text{ mol}$. [1/2 Mark]

$W = -\Delta n_g RT = -(-2) \times 8.314 \times 298 = 2 \times 8.314 \times 298$ [1/2 Mark]

Answer: $W = +4955.14 \text{ J} = +4.955 \text{ kJ}$ [1/2 Mark]

(b) Isolated System: A system which can exchange neither mass (matter) nor energy with its surroundings. [1 Mark] Example: Hot tea in a perfectly insulated thermos flask. [1 Mark]

Q12. (a) Enthalpy of Formation Numerical [3 Marks] (b) Sign Convention [1 Mark]

(a) Enthalpy Calculation:

Target reaction: $C(graphite) + 2H_2(g) \rightarrow CH_4(g) \quad \Delta_f H^\circ = ?$

Given:
(1) $C(s) + O_2(g) \rightarrow CO_2(g) \quad \Delta H = -393.5 \text{ kJ/mol}$
(2) $H_2(g) + \frac{1}{2}O_2(g) \rightarrow H_2O(l) \quad \Delta H = -285.8 \text{ kJ/mol}$
(3) $CH_4(g) + 2O_2(g) \rightarrow CO_2(g) + 2H_2O(l) \quad \Delta H = -890.3 \text{ kJ/mol}$ [1 Mark for setting up equations]

To get target reaction: Add Eq(1) and $2 \times$ Eq(2), then subtract Eq(3).

$\Delta_f H^\circ = (-393.5) + 2(-285.8) - (-890.3)$ [1 Mark]

$\Delta_f H^\circ = -393.5 - 571.6 + 890.3 = -965.1 + 890.3$

$\Delta_f H^\circ = -74.8 \text{ kJ/mol}$ [1 Mark]

(b) Sign Convention: Heat absorbed by the system is denoted with a positive sign ($+q$). [1 Mark]

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