Ch05 Resources

ch 5

OpenStax Chemistry Chapter 5: Thermochemistry

5.1 Energy Basics

  • Define energy, distinguish types of energy, and describe the nature of energy changes that accompany chemical and physical changes[A]

  • Distinguish the related properties of heat, thermal energy, and temperature [A]

  • Define and distinguish specific heat and heat capacity, and describe the physical implications of both [A]

  • Perform calculations involving heat, specific heat, and temperature change [U]


RESOURCES: Course video, "Specific Heat Capacities"

5.2 Calorimetry

  • Explain the technique of calorimetry [A]

  • Calculate and interpret heat and related properties using typical calorimetry data [U]


RESOURCES: Course video, "Calorimetry"

5.3 Enthalpy

  • State the first law of thermodynamics [R]

  • Define enthalpy and explain its classification as a state function [C]

  • Write and balance thermochemical equations [R]

  • Calculate enthalpy changes for various chemical reactions [U]

  • Explain Hess’s law and use it to compute reaction enthalpies [C]


RESOURCES: Course video, "Hess's Law"