1.) A scientist wants to perform a reaction in a vacuum chamber to control the experiment as much as possible and to prevent other variables from impacting the reaction. The scientist is trying to determine if the reaction is endothermic or exothermic and measure how much energy is absorbed or given off. Is this a sound approach? Why or why not? In three to five sentences, explain your reasoning. Lesson 3, Page 5, Question 2
Yes, this is a sound approach. By performing the reaction in a vacuum chamber, the scientist is able to control the environment and prevent other variables from interfering with the reaction. This allows for a more accurate measurement of the energy absorbed or given off during the reaction. Additionally, by determining whether the reaction is endothermic or exothermic, the scientist can gain a better understanding of the reaction's energy dynamics. Overall, conducting the experiment in a vacuum chamber is a reliable method for studying the reaction's energy changes.
