We measure the energy transferred as ENTHALPY CHANGE. (4.1)
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For an exothermic reaction ΔH is negative. Why? (4.1)
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For an endothermic reaction ΔH is positive. Why? (4.1)
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Like most, ΔH also varies according to the conditions. In particular, temp,pressure and concentration of solutions, so we choose standard conditions: (4.1)
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Measuring the temperature of the water and knowing its mass and specific heat capacity, we can work out how much energy was transferred to/from the water. (4.1)