Change of heat content when one mole of compound is burnt in oxygen at constant pressure is called the__________________?

Correct answer: C. Heat of combustion

  • A. Calorific value
  • B. Heat of reaction
  • C. Heat of combustion
  • D. Heat of formation

Explanation

Burning one mole of a compound completely in oxygen defines its heat of combustion, usually expressed as the enthalpy of combustion at constant pressure. Calorific value is a related fuel property, while heat of formation refers to formation from constituent elements.

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