The Standard Enthalpy of Formation of Ammonia Is -46 $\rightleftharpoons$ NH₃(g)
Commercially, the Reaction Is Carried Out at High Temperatures

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Essay

The standard enthalpy of formation of ammonia is -46.1 kJ/mol.
1/2 N₂(g) + 3/2 H₂(g) $\rightleftharpoons$ NH₃(g)
Commercially, the reaction is carried out at high temperatures. Using your knowledge of kinetics and equilibrium, explain an advantage and a disadvantage of synthesizing ammonia at high temperatures.

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