The Reaction of Methane with Water to Form Carbon Dioxide

question 56

Multiple Choice

The reaction of methane with water to form carbon dioxide and hydrogen is nonspontaneous at 298 K. At what temperature will this system make the transition from nonspontaneous to spontaneous? The data refer to 298 K. CH₄(g) + 2H₂O(g) ⇄ CO₂(g) + 4H₂(g)

• A)658 K
• B)683 K
• C)955 K
• D)1047 K
• E)1229 K

---

Definitions:

General Adaptation Syndrome

A three-stage response (alarm, resistance, exhaustion) that the body goes through when exposed to chronic stress.

Emotion Work

Emotion work is the process of managing one's own feelings and expressions to fulfill the emotional requirements of a job or personal roles, often involving regulating or changing one's emotional expressions.

Japanese/American Business Meeting

A professional gathering that involves participants from Japanese and American business cultures, requiring an understanding of differing business practices and etiquette.

Too Aloof

A description of someone who is not friendly or forthcoming; cool and distant.