Chemistry-Covalent Bond

NEET Chemistry Covalent Bond MCQ Question

Type: MCQ-numerical-Hard-Class 11

Calculate the mean bond enthalpy for the O-H bond in water if the bond enthalpies for H2O(g) → H(g) + OH(g) and OH(g) → H(g) + O(g) are 502 kJ mol-1 and 427 kJ mol-1 respectively.

A

464.5 kJ mol-1

B

452.0 kJ mol-1

C

475.0 kJ mol-1

D

489.5 kJ mol-1

Correct Answer

Option A

Detailed Explanation

The mean bond enthalpy is calculated by averaging the bond enthalpies of the two steps: (502 + 427) / 2 = 464.5 kJ mol-1 as shown in the provided context.

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