You are required to design an experiment to test Hess's law using the combustion of ethanol. Write a brief design for this experiment.

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Hess’ Law: is the algebraic addition of chemical equations yields a net equation whose enthalpy of reaction is the algebraic sum of the individual enthalpies of reaction: ∆H net =[sum]∆H
The following experiment is a test of Hess’s law using combustion of Ethanol.
To test this and the acceptability of Hess’s law, the molar enthalpy of combustion of Ethanol is determined calorimetrically.

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To design an experiment to test Hess's law using the combustion of ethanol, you would need to set up two separate reactions and measure their enthalpies of combustion. Then, you can compare the results to determine if they follow Hess's law.

Here is a brief design for the experiment:

Materials:
- Ethanol (C2H5OH)
- Oxygen (O2)
- Calorimeter
- Thermometer
- Balance
- Ignition source
- Safety equipment (gloves, goggles, etc.)

Procedure:
1. Set up a calorimeter by filling it with a known volume of water.
2. Weigh a clean, dry container to determine its mass.
3. Measure the temperature of the water in the calorimeter.
4. Open the container and pour a known amount of ethanol into it, making sure to record its mass.
5. Ignite the ethanol using an ignition source and quickly close the container to prevent heat loss.
6. Place the container in the calorimeter, ensuring it is fully submerged in the water.
7. Stir the water gently and monitor the temperature change until it reaches its maximum value.
8. Record the final temperature of the water.
9. Repeat steps 2-8 to obtain two sets of enthalpy data for the combustion of ethanol.

Calculations:
1. Calculate the heat transferred to the water using the equation: q = mcΔT, where q is the heat transferred, m is the mass of water, c is the specific heat capacity of water, and ΔT is the temperature change.
2. Convert the heat transferred to joules (if necessary) by using the appropriate conversion factor.
3. Calculate the molar enthalpy of combustion for each reaction by dividing the heat transferred by the moles of ethanol used.
4. Compare the molar enthalpies of combustion obtained from the two reactions to check if they follow Hess's law. According to Hess's law, the sum of the enthalpies of combustion of reactants should equal the enthalpy of combustion of the product.

Note: It is important to take safety precautions when working with flammable substances like ethanol. Make sure to work in a well-ventilated area, wear appropriate safety equipment, and handle open flames with caution.