The solid rocket boosters used by the space shuttle burned a…
The solid rocket boosters used by the space shuttle burned a mixture of NH₄ClO₄ and Al metal. Upon ignition, the reaction below powers the rocket and produces the billowy white clouds seen after takeoff. 6 NH₄ClO₄(s) + ___ Al(s) → ___ Al₂O₃(s) + ___ AlCl₃(g) + ___ N₂(g) + ___ H₂O(g) Which set of coefficients, listed in the order Al, Al₂O₃, AlCl₃, N₂, H₂O, correctly balances this equation?
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The thermite reaction demonstrated in class is 2 Al(s) + Fe₂O₃(s) → 2 Fe(s) + Al₂O₃(s). The ΔG°f of Fe₂O₃(s) is –742.2 kJ/mol and the ΔG°f of Al₂O₃(s) is –1582.3 kJ/mol. Calculate ΔG° for the reaction and indicate whether it is product- or reactant-favored.
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