Use the following data to find ΔH for: 2 C(s) + H₂(g) → C₂H₂(g).
What is ΔH for the formation of C₂H₂(g)?
- A
−226 kJ
- B
+620 kJ
- C
−620 kJ
- Dcheck_circle
+226 kJ
Explanation
Reverse (1): +1300. Add 2×(2): −788. Add (3): −286. ΔH = 1300 − 788 − 286 = +226 kJ.