The Enthalpy of Combustion of Table Sugar (Sucrose, C₁₂H₂₂O₁₁, 342

question 48

Multiple Choice

The enthalpy of combustion of table sugar (sucrose, C₁₂H₂₂O₁₁, 342.3 g/mol) is 5,643 kJ/mol. What is the food value (Cal/g) of sucrose? (1 Cal  4.184 kJ)

• A)3.94 Cal/g
• B)11.1 Cal/g
• C)16.5 Cal/g
• D)2.92 Cal/g
• E)1,350 Cal/g

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