What This Document Is
This document contains a detailed set of worked solutions for a General Chemistry II (CHM 1220) exam administered at Wright State University in Fall 2017. It covers a range of topics typically found in the second semester of a general chemistry sequence, focusing on chemical kinetics and equilibrium. Specifically, it addresses concepts related to reaction rates, rate laws, and the factors influencing reaction rates, as well as equilibrium principles and their application to isomerization reactions.
Why This Document Matters
This resource is invaluable for students currently enrolled in or preparing for a similar General Chemistry II course. It’s particularly helpful for those who want to check their understanding of key concepts after completing assignments or preparing for exams. Reviewing worked problems can illuminate common problem-solving strategies and highlight areas where further study is needed. It’s best used *after* attempting the original exam questions independently, as a tool for self-assessment and clarification, not as a substitute for learning the material.
Common Limitations or Challenges
This document focuses solely on the specific exam questions from Fall 2017. While the concepts are broadly applicable, the exact problems and numerical values will differ in other assessments. It does not provide a comprehensive review of all General Chemistry II topics, nor does it offer foundational explanations of the underlying principles. It assumes a base level of understanding of chemical kinetics and equilibrium. Access to the original exam is required to fully utilize this resource.
What This Document Provides
* Detailed solutions to multiple-choice questions, outlining the reasoning behind the correct answers.
* Step-by-step breakdowns of written problem solutions, demonstrating how to approach complex calculations.
* Applications of the Arrhenius equation to determine rate constants at different temperatures.
* Analysis of initial rate data to determine rate laws and reaction orders.
* Calculations involving equilibrium constants and concentration changes.
* Worked examples relating to first-order reactions and determining concentrations over time.
