Question:
Discuss the consequences of high enthalpy of H-H bond in terms of chemical reactivity of dihydrogen.
Answer:
Due to high enthalpy of H-H bond, the bond cleavage is difficult under normal conditions, hence, hydrogen is less reactive at room temperature. However, at high temperatures or in presence of catalysts, it combines with many metals and non-metals to form hydrides.
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