Use the Following Data to Calculate the Standard Heat (Enthalpy) $\Delta$

question 76

Multiple Choice

Use the following data to calculate the standard heat (enthalpy) of formation, $\Delta$ H_f, of manganese(IV) oxide, MnO₂ (s) .

• A) -504 kJ
• B) -372 kJ
• C) -24 kJ
• D) 24 kJ
• E) 504 kJ

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