Liquid Ammonia (Boiling Point = −33

question 48

Multiple Choice

Liquid ammonia (boiling point = −33.4°C) can be used as a refrigerant and heat transfer fluid. How much energy is needed to heat 25.0 g of NH₃(l) from −65.0°C to −12.0°C?

• A)5.5 kJ
• B)6.3 kJ
• C)39 kJ
• D)340 kJ
• E)590 kJ

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