CH4(g) + Cl(g) -> CH3(g) + HCl(g) dH° = -14 kJ/mol_rxn NH3(g) + Cl(g) -> NH2(g) + HCl(g) dH° = -36 k — Bonding Chemistry Question
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CH4(g) + Cl(g) → CH3(g) + HCl(g) dH° = -14 kJ/mol_rxn
NH3(g) + Cl(g) → NH2(g) + HCl(g) dH° = -36 kJ/mol_rxn
H2O(g) + Cl(g) → OH(g) + HCl(g) dH° = +40 kJ/mol_rxn
Based on the data above, what can be concluded regarding the strength of the C-H, N-H, and O-H bonds in the molecules shown?
A.
The C-H bond is the strongest.
B.
The N-H bond is the strongest.
C.✓ Correct
The O-H bond is the strongest.
D.
Nothing can be concluded without knowing the strength of the H-Cl bond.
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