The Heat of Fusion for Zinc Chloride Is 40

question 67

Multiple Choice

The heat of fusion for zinc chloride is 40.4 calories per gram at the melting point of 275°C. How much heat is required to melt 500 g of zinc chloride at its melting point?

• A)11.1 kcal
• B)1.80 cal
• C)12.4 cal
• D)20.2 kcal

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