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2H2 + O22 → H2+O ΔH = -571kJ In the equation above, ...

2H2 + O22 → H2+O ΔH = -571kJ
In the equation above, how much heat will be liberated if 12.0g of hydrogen is burnt in excess oxygen?
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  • A -1142 kJ
  • B -571 kJ
  • C +1142 kJ
  • D -1713 kJ
Correct Answer: Option D
Explanation:
2H2 + O22 → H2+O ΔH = -571kJ
4.0g of Hydrogen burn in air to produce -571 kJ
∴ 12.0s of Hydrogen will burn in air to produce
(12 * -571)/4 = -1713kJ

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