Question:

The $\Delta_{r}G$ of a reaction $A + B \rightleftharpoons C + D$ at fixed concentration of C is $-183.14 \, \text{kJ/mol}$. It is plotted as a function of temperature. Calculate the $G$ of the reaction (in kJ/mol).

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For $\Delta G$ vs $T$ graph: slope = $-\Delta S$ and intercept = $\Delta H$.
Updated On: Jul 18, 2026
  • $-$330
  • $+$330
  • $-$349
  • $+$349
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The Correct Option is C

Solution and Explanation

Step 1: Write Gibbs free energy relation.
The variation of Gibbs free energy with temperature is: \[ \Delta G = \Delta H - T\Delta S \] This is a linear equation of form: \[ y = c + mx \] where intercept = $\Delta H$ and slope = $-\Delta S$.

Step 2: Read values from graph.
From graph: \[ T_1 = 200\,K,\quad \Delta G_1 = -183.14\,\text{kJ/mol} \] \[ T_2 = 300\,K,\quad \Delta G_2 = -100\,\text{kJ/mol} \]

Step 3: Calculate slope.
\[ m = \frac{-100 - (-183.14)}{300 - 200} = \frac{83.14}{100} = 0.8314 \] So, \[ \Delta S = -0.8314\,\text{kJ mol}^{-1}K^{-1} \]

Step 4: Find intercept.
\[ \Delta G = 0.8314T + b \] \[ -183.14 = 0.8314(200) + b \] \[ b = -349.42 \approx -349 \]

Step 5: Interpret result.
The intercept corresponds to standard Gibbs free energy change $\Delta G^\circ$.

Step 6: Final answer.
\[ \boxed{-349 \, \text{kJ/mol}} \]
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