Chemistry-Hess's Law

NEET Chemistry Hess's Law MCQ Question

Type: MCQ-numerical-Medium-Class 11

Given the reaction: C(s) + O2(g) → CO2(g) with a standard enthalpy change of -393.5 kJ/mol, what is the enthalpy change for the reaction 2CO2(g) → 2C(s) + 2O2(g)?

A

+393.5 kJ/mol

B

+787.0 kJ/mol

C

-393.5 kJ/mol

D

-787.0 kJ/mol

Correct Answer

Option B

Detailed Explanation

According to Hess's Law, reversing a reaction changes the sign of the enthalpy change. Since the original reaction is exothermic with -393.5 kJ/mol, reversing and doubling it gives +787.0 kJ/mol.

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