The standard enthalpy of formation of hematite, Fe2O3(s), is –825.5 kJ mol-1. What is the standard e — Thermodynamics Chemistry Question
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The standard enthalpy of formation of hematite, Fe2O3(s), is –825.5 kJ mol-1. What is the standard enthalpy of reaction for the reduction of hematite with carbon monoxide to give metallic iron as shown below?
CO(g) + 1/2 O2(g) → CO2(g) ∆H°rxn = –283.0 kJ mol-1
Fe2O3(s) + 3 CO(g) → 2 Fe(s) + 3 CO2(g) ∆H°rxn = ???
A.✓ Correct
–23.5 kJ mol-1
B.
–542.5 kJ mol-1
C.
–849.0 kJ mol-1
D.
–1674.5 kJ mol-1
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