The Reaction That Represents the Standard Enthalpy of Formation for Acetone

question 75

Multiple Choice

The reaction that represents the standard enthalpy of formation for acetone (CH₃COCH₃) , a common ingredient in nail polish remover is:

• A) 3 C(graphite) + 3 H₂(g) + ½ O₂(g) \(\rarr\) CH₃COCH₃(l)
• B) 6 C(diamond) + 6 H₂(g) + O₂(g) \(\rarr\) 2 CH₃COCH₃(l)
• C) 3 C(diamond) + 3 H₂(g) + ½ O₂(g) \(\rarr\) CH₃COCH₃(l)
• D) CH₃COCH₃(l) \(\rarr\) 3 C(graphite) + 3 H₂(g) + ½ O₂(g)
• E) CH₃COCH₃(l) + 4 O₂(g) \(\rarr\) 3 CO₂(g) + 3 H₂O(g)

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