Chapter 20, Problem 13STP

Interpretation Introduction

Interpretation:

The reason due to which chemist instructs to cool the chemical reaction in an ice bath needs to be explained.

Concept introduction:

To reduce the temperature of the reaction, chemist cools the reaction in an ice bath.

Explanation of Solution

According to Le Chatelier’s principle, as temperature is increase during the reaction; it favors the endothermic reaction because it takes in energy or cools the container. So, sometimes the chemist cools the reaction in an ice bath to reduce the temperature of the reaction.

Conclusion

To reduce the temperature of the reaction, chemist cools the reaction in an ice bath.