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Heat of formation (∆Hf°) for CO2 is:

Correct answer: A. -394 kJ/mol

  • A. -394 kJ/mol
  • B. +394 kJ/mol
  • C. -294 kJ/mol
  • D. -390 kJ/mol

Explanation

The heat of formation (∆Hf°) for carbon dioxide (CO2) is: ∆Hf° = -394 kj/molThe negative sign indicates that the formation of one moleucle of CO2 from its constituent elements (carbon and oxygen) releases 394 kj of energy. In other words, it is an exothermic process, where energy is released during the formation of CO2 .

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