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Which equation represents Enthalpy of formation of NaCI?

Correct answer: D. Na(s) + 1/2Cl2(g)➞NaCI ∆H= -411KJ/mol

  • A. Na(s) + Cl2(g)➞NaCI ∆H= -787KJ/mol
  • B. Na(s) + Cl2(g)➞ 2NaCI ∆H= -787KJ/mol
  • C. 2Na(s) + Cl2(g)➞NaCI ∆H= -787KJ/mol
  • D. Na(s) + 1/2Cl2(g)➞NaCI ∆H= -411KJ/mol

Explanation

Enthalpy change of formation states that it is the change in energy when 1 mole of a compound is formed from its element in their standard states, under standard conditions.In option D, all of the conditions in bold are fulfilled. However, the rest of the options either have some condition missing or are not properly balanced.

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