Thermochemical Equations

Definition

A balanced stoichiometric equation that includes the enthalpy change, ΔH.

Related terms

Stoichiometry:

It refers to calculation involving quantities (in grams, moles, liters etc.) of reactants and products in a chemical reaction.

Hess's Law:

States that the total enthalpy change for a reaction is the same whether it occurs in one step or several steps.

Calorimetry:

The process of measuring heat based on observing temperature changes.