Use the Bond Enthalpy Data Given to Estimate the Heat $\circ$

question 51

Multiple Choice

Use the bond enthalpy data given to estimate the heat released when 50.0 g of propane gas, C₃H₈, burns in excess oxygen to yield carbon dioxide and water vapor at 25 ^$\circ$ C.
BE(C-C) = 347 kJ/mol
BE(C=O in CO₂) = 799 kJ/mol
BE(C-H) = 414 kJ/mol
BE(O-H) = 460 kJ/mol
BE(O=O) = 498.7 kJ/mol

• A) 1360 kJ
• B) 1540 kJ
• C) 1970 kJ
• D) 2240 kJ
• E) 2370 kJ

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