Chapter 8, Problem 8.53AP

Interpretation Introduction

Interpretation:

An explanation as to how the equilibrium constant will change for association reaction driven by hydrophobic bonding is to be stated.

Concept introduction:

The entropy of a reaction $\left(\Delta S°\right)$ is linked to its equilibrium constant via its relation with Gibb’s free energy $\left(\Delta G°\right)$ The relation between entropy and Gibb’s free energy is $\Delta G°=\Delta H°-T\Delta S°$. The Gibb’s free energy and equilibrium constant $\left(K_{\text{c}}\right)$ are related by the formula, $\Delta G°=-RT\ln K_{\text{c}}$.