Question: What is the standard enthalpy change for the reaction: 2H2(g) + O2(g) β 2H2O(g) if the enthalpy of formation of H2O(g) is -241.8 kJ/mol?
Options:
Correct Answer: -483.6 kJ
Solution:
The standard enthalpy change is 2 * (-241.8 kJ) = -483.6 kJ for the formation of 2 moles of H2O(g).