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The mass of O2 required to burn 0.1 mole of C2H5OH is:

Correct answer: D. 9.6 g

  • A. 32 g
  • B. 3.2 g
  • C. 5.6 g
  • D. 9.6 g

Explanation

Balanced Chemical Equation:C2H5OH +3O2 ----------- 2CO2 + 3H2OFrom balanced chemical equation, the ratio between C2H5OH and O2 is 1:3. This means ethanol reacts with 3 moles of oxygen.Moles of O2= 3(moles of C2H5OH) Moles of O2=3(0.1) Mass of oxygen= moles(molar mass) =3(0.1)(32)=9.6gSo option D is the correct answer.

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