Thermodynamic Data Tables

Search our Thermodynamic Data Tables by entering a substance name, filtering by physical state or element group, and pull up the standard enthalpy of formation (ΔH°f), Gibbs free energy (ΔG°f), and standard entropy (S°) for any compound you need.

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ΔH°f (kJ/mol)

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ΔG°f (kJ/mol)

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S° (J/mol·K)

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Frequently Asked Questions

What are standard thermodynamic properties?

Standard thermodynamic properties are measured at standard conditions (298K, 1 bar pressure). They include enthalpy of formation (ΔH°f), Gibbs free energy of formation (ΔG°f), and standard entropy (S°).

What is the difference between ΔH°f and ΔG°f?

ΔH°f is the standard enthalpy of formation - energy change when forming one mole of compound from elements. ΔG°f is the standard Gibbs free energy of formation - useful work obtainable from the formation reaction.

Why are some thermodynamic values zero?

By convention, the standard enthalpy and Gibbs energy of formation are zero for pure elements in their most stable form at 298K (like O2 gas, C graphite, Na solid).

How accurate are these thermodynamic values?

Values are compiled from NIST databases and peer-reviewed literature. Accuracy typically ranges from ±0.1 to ±5 kJ/mol depending on the substance and measurement methods used.

Can I use these values at different temperatures?

These are standard values at 298K. For other temperatures, you need temperature-dependent heat capacity data and integration formulas to calculate properties at different conditions.

What does the (s), (l), (g), (aq) notation mean?

These indicate physical states: (s) solid, (l) liquid, (g) gas, and (aq) aqueous solution. The same compound can have different thermodynamic properties in different states.

How do I calculate reaction enthalpy using formation data?

Use Hess's law: ΔH°reaction = Σ(ΔH°f products) - Σ(ΔH°f reactants). Sum the formation enthalpies of products minus reactants, accounting for stoichiometric coefficients.

What units are used in this thermodynamic database?

Standard SI units: kJ/mol for enthalpy and Gibbs energy values, and J/mol·K for entropy values. All data is referenced to 298.15K and 1 bar pressure.

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