Which of the following is endothermic reaction?
Correct answer: B. H2 + I2 → 2HI
- A. C + O2 → CO2
- B. H2 + I2 → 2HI
- C. N2 + 3H2 ⇌ 2NH3
- D. None of the above
Explanation
The correct answer is option B: H2 + I2 → 2HI. This reaction is endothermic because it requires heat to be absorbed for the reaction to proceed, as bond-breaking in molecules like H2 and I2 demands more energy than what is released when HI is formed. Option A describes the combustion of carbon, which is a typical exothermic reaction, as it releases heat. Option C is the Haber process for ammonia synthesis, which is also exothermic in nature, releasing energy. Option D is incorrect because the correct endothermic reaction is given in option B.
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