Chemistry 5070 · O Level · Reversible reactions and equilibrium

Reversible reactions and equilibrium — practice question

The equation for the Haber process that is used to produce ammonia is given below. $\text{N}_2 + 3\text{H}_2 \rightleftharpoons 2\text{NH}_3$
(a(i))[1]

Nitrogen for this process is obtained from air. State the percentage by volume of nitrogen present in clean, dry air.

(a(ii))[1]

State one source of hydrogen used in the Haber process.

(b(i))[2]

Explain, using bond breaking and bond making, why this reaction is exothermic.

(b(ii))[1]

The transfer of thermal energy during a chemical reaction is known as the enthalpy change. Write the symbol used for an enthalpy change. Include the sign for an exothermic enthalpy change.

(c(i))[1]

Name the salt that is made when aqueous ammonia reacts with dilute nitric acid.

(c(ii))[1]

Name the experimental method used to prepare a solution of this salt from dilute nitric acid and aqueous ammonia.

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