When 185 G of HgO(s) Is Decomposed to Form Hg(l) and and O₂(g)

question 27

Multiple Choice

When 18.5 g of HgO(s) is decomposed to form Hg(l) and O₂(g) , 7.75 kJ of heat is absorbed at standard-state conditions. What is the standard enthalpy of formation ( $\Delta$ H ^$\circ$ _f) of HgO(s)

• A) -90.7 kJ/mol
• B) -7.75 kJ/mol
• C) 0.419 kJ/mol
• D) 27.9 kJ/mol
• E) 143 kJ/mol

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