The f- and d- block elements - Introduction to Enthalpy of Atomization of d & f elements
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- The f-block and d-block elements are also known as transition elements.
- They are located in the middle of the periodic table.
- The transition elements have partially filled d or f orbitals.
- These elements show a variety of chemical properties due to their partially filled orbitals.
Slide 2
- Enthalpy of atomization is the enthalpy change that occurs when one mole of a substance in the gaseous state is formed from its atoms in the gaseous state.
- The enthalpy of atomization for d and f block elements is significant due to the involvement of the partially filled d or f orbitals.
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- Enthalpy of atomization is a measure of the strength of the metallic bond.
- The stronger the metallic bond, the higher the enthalpy of atomization.
- In the case of d and f block elements, the presence of partially filled orbitals strengthens the metallic bond.
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- The enthalpy of atomization for d-block elements is generally high.
- This is because the d orbitals are closer to the nucleus and experience a higher effective nuclear charge.
- As a result, the d electrons are strongly held by the nucleus, leading to a higher enthalpy of atomization.
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- The f-block elements, also known as the lanthanides and actinides, have the highest enthalpy of atomization.
- This is due to the presence of f orbitals, which are even closer to the nucleus and experience an even higher effective nuclear charge.
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- The lanthanides are called inner transition elements because their f orbitals are located inside the d orbitals.
- The actinides are also inner transition elements but have f orbitals located below the d orbitals.
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- The enthalpy of atomization for f-block elements is affected by the shielding effect.
- The f orbitals provide poor shielding due to their shape, which results in a higher effective nuclear charge experienced by the outermost electrons.
- Therefore, the enthalpy of atomization for f-block elements is higher compared to d-block elements.
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- The d block elements show periodic trends in their enthalpy of atomization.
- Generally, the enthalpy of atomization increases across a period and decreases down a group.
- This trend can be attributed to changes in effective nuclear charge and atomic size.
Slide 9
- The enthalpy of atomization can be affected by the electronic configuration of the transition element.
- Elements with half-filled or completely filled orbitals tend to have higher enthalpies of atomization due to increased stability.
Slide 10
- In conclusion, the enthalpy of atomization for d and f block elements is higher compared to other elements due to the involvement of partially filled d or f orbitals.
- This leads to stronger metallic bonds and higher effective nuclear charges, resulting in higher enthalpy values.
Slide 11
- The enthalpy of atomization is an important concept in understanding the properties of d and f block elements.
- It helps explain their high melting and boiling points, as well as their ability to form stable complexes.
- The enthalpy of atomization is also useful in predicting the reactivity of these elements.
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- The enthalpy of atomization can be calculated using Hess’s Law.
- It involves breaking the element into individual atoms and then calculating the energy required for this process.
- The enthalpy of atomization is equal to the sum of the enthalpy changes for each step in the process.
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- The enthalpy of atomization can be determined experimentally using calorimetry.
- This involves measuring the heat released or absorbed during the atomization process.
- The enthalpy change can then be calculated using the equation q = mcΔT.
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- The enthalpy of atomization is affected by various factors such as atomic size, electron configuration, and bond strength.
- Atomic size plays a role in determining the distance between the nucleus and the outermost electrons, which affects the strength of the metallic bond.
Slide 15
- The electron configuration of d and f block elements also influences the enthalpy of atomization.
- Elements with more stable electron configurations, such as half-filled or fully filled orbitals, have higher enthalpy values.
- This is due to the increased stability and stronger metallic bonds.
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- The bond strength in d and f block elements is determined by factors such as effective nuclear charge and electron-electron repulsion.
- The higher the effective nuclear charge, the stronger the bond and the higher the enthalpy of atomization.
- Electron-electron repulsion also affects the bond strength, with less repulsion leading to stronger bonds.
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- The enthalpy of atomization can be used to explain the reactivity of d and f block elements.
- Elements with higher enthalpy values are generally less reactive because it requires more energy to break their metallic bonds.
- This is why many d and f block elements are known for their stability and resistance to corrosion.
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- The enthalpy of atomization is also important in understanding the formation of complexes.
- Transition elements have a high enthalpy of atomization, allowing them to form stable coordination complexes with ligands.
- The enthalpy change during complex formation can be calculated using the enthalpy of atomization.
Slide 19
- The enthalpy of atomization plays a role in the industrial processes involving d and f block elements.
- For example, the enthalpy of atomization is important in the production of metals through the reduction of their oxides.
- It is also useful in the design of catalysts for chemical reactions.
Slide 20
- In summary, the enthalpy of atomization is a measure of the strength of the metallic bond in d and f block elements.
- It is affected by factors such as atomic size, electron configuration, and bond strength.
- The enthalpy of atomization helps explain the properties and reactivity of these elements, as well as their ability to form stable complexes.
Slide 21
- Atomic Size: The distance between the nucleus and the outermost electrons affects the strength of metallic bonds. Smaller atomic size leads to stronger bonds.
- Electron Configuration: Half-filled or completely filled orbitals provide increased stability and result in higher enthalpy values.
- Bond Strength: Factors such as effective nuclear charge and electron-electron repulsion influence the bond strength and, consequently, the enthalpy of atomization.
- Reactivity: Elements with higher enthalpy values are generally less reactive due to the energy required to break their metallic bonds.
- Complex Formation: The high enthalpy of atomization allows d and f block elements to form stable coordination complexes with ligands.
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- Industrial Applications: The enthalpy of atomization is important in processes such as the reduction of metal oxides to produce metals and in the design of catalysts for chemical reactions.
- Stability: D and f block elements are known for their stability and resistance to corrosion, partly due to their high enthalpy values.
- Heat of Atomization Calculation: Hess’s Law can be used to calculate the enthalpy of atomization by breaking the element into individual atoms and calculating the energy required.
- Calorimetry: Experimental methods, such as calorimetry, can be used to determine the enthalpy change during the atomization process.
- Enthalpy Change Equation: The equation q = mcΔT can be used to calculate the enthalpy change, where q is the heat absorbed or released, m is the mass, c is the specific heat capacity, and ΔT is the change in temperature.
Slide 23
- Electron Configurations of D Block Elements: The electron configurations of d block elements can be written using the (n-1)d electron configuration.
- Electron Configurations of F Block Elements: The electron configurations of f block elements can be written using the (n-2)f14(n-1)d electron configuration.
- Lanthanides and Actinides: The lanthanides and actinides are inner transition elements with f orbitals located inside or below the d orbitals, respectively.
- Shielding Effect: The shape of f orbitals provides poor shielding, resulting in higher effective nuclear charge and higher enthalpy of atomization.
- Periodic Trends: The enthalpy of atomization generally increases across a period and decreases down a group in the periodic table.
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- Example: Iron (Fe) has an electron configuration of [Ar] 4s2 3d6.
- Example: Cerium (Ce) has an electron configuration of [Xe] 6s2 4f1 5d1.
- Example: Neodymium (Nd) has an electron configuration of [Xe] 6s2 4f4.
- Example: Uranium (U) has an electron configuration of [Rn] 7s2 5f3 6d1.
- Example: Platinum (Pt) has an electron configuration of [Xe] 6s1 4f14 5d9.
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- Example: Chromium (Cr) has an enthalpy of atomization of 449 kJ/mol due to its stable half-filled 3d orbital with electron configuration [Ar] 3d5 4s1.
- Example: Silver (Ag) has an enthalpy of atomization of 280 kJ/mol because of its stable completely filled 4d orbital with electron configuration [Kr] 4d10 5s1.
- Example: Mercury (Hg) has an enthalpy of atomization of 60.9 kJ/mol due to its unstable partially filled 5d orbital with electron configuration [Xe] 6s2 5d10.
- Example: Gadolinium (Gd) has an enthalpy of atomization of 420 kJ/mol because of its stable half-filled 4f orbital with electron configuration [Xe] 6s2 4f7 5d1.
- Example: Curium (Cm) has an enthalpy of atomization of 425 kJ/mol due to its stable half-filled 5f orbital with electron configuration [Rn] 7s2 5f7 6d1.
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- Example: The enthalpy of atomization of copper (Cu) is 337 kJ/mol because of its high effective nuclear charge and strong metallic bonds.
- Example: The enthalpy of atomization of zinc (Zn) is 118 kJ/mol due to its stable completely filled 3d orbital and strong metallic bonds.
- Example: The enthalpy of atomization of gold (Au) is 334 kJ/mol because of its high effective nuclear charge and strong metallic bonds.
- Example: The enthalpy of atomization of nickel (Ni) is 428 kJ/mol due to its high effective nuclear charge and strong metallic bonds.
- Example: The enthalpy of atomization of tin (Sn) is 305 kJ/mol because of its high effective nuclear charge and strong metallic bonds.
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- Example: The high enthalpy of atomization of d and f block elements leads to their high melting and boiling points.
- Example: The enthalpy of atomization of d block elements contributes to their ability to form stable complexes with ligands.
- Example: The enthalpy of atomization of transition metals is crucial in the production of metals through the reduction of their oxides.
- Example: The enthalpy of atomization of d block elements is important in the design of catalysts for chemical reactions.
- Example: The high enthalpy values of f block elements play a role in their stability and resistance to corrosion.
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- Example: Iron (Fe) has a high enthalpy of atomization, which contributes to its stability and resistance to corrosion.
- Example: Lanthanum (La) has a high enthalpy of atomization, making it useful in the production of high-quality steel.
- Example: Uranium (U) has a high enthalpy of atomization, which allows it to be used as a fuel in nuclear reactors.
- Example: Platinum (Pt) has a high enthalpy of atomization, making it valuable in catalytic converters.
- Example: Gadolinium (Gd) has a high enthalpy of atomization, making it useful in magnetic resonance imaging (MRI) contrast agents.
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- Example: The enthalpy change during the atomization of iron can be calculated using the equation q = mcΔT, where q is the heat absorbed or released, m is the mass, c is the specific heat capacity, and ΔT is the change in temperature.
- Example: The enthalpy of atomization of copper can be determined experimentally using calorimetry by measuring the heat released or absorbed during the process.
- Example: The enthalpy change during the atomization of silver can be calculated using the equation q = mcΔT, where q is the heat absorbed or released, m is the mass, c is the specific heat capacity, and ΔT is the change in temperature.
- Example: The enthalpy of atomization of gold can be determined experimentally using calorimetry by measuring the heat released or absorbed during the process.
- Example: The enthalpy change during the atomization of nickel can be calculated using the equation q = mcΔT, where q is the heat absorbed or released, m is the mass, c is the specific heat capacity, and ΔT is the change in temperature.
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- Example: The enthalpy change during the atomization of tin can be calculated using the equation q = mcΔT, where q is the heat absorbed or released, m is the mass, c is the specific heat capacity, and ΔT is the change in temperature.
- Example: The enthalpy of atomization of cerium can be determined experimentally using calorimetry by measuring the heat released or absorbed during the process.
- Example: The enthalpy change during the atomization of neodymium can be calculated using the equation q = mcΔT, where q is the heat absorbed or released, m is the mass, c is the specific heat capacity, and ΔT is the change in temperature.
- Example: The enthalpy of atomization of uranium can be determined experimentally using calorimetry by measuring the heat released or absorbed during the process.
- Example: The enthalpy change during the atomization of platinum can be calculated using the equation q = mcΔT, where q is the heat absorbed or released, m is the mass, c is the specific heat capacity, and ΔT is the change in temperature.