The Combustion of One Mole of Benzene, C₆H₆, in Oxygen

question 22

Multiple Choice

The combustion of one mole of benzene, C₆H₆, in oxygen liberates 3268 kJ of heat. The products of the reaction are carbon dioxide and water. How much heat is given off when 183 g of oxygen are reacted with excess benzene

• A) 2290 kJ
• B) 2490 kJ
• C) 2690 kJ
• D) 2890 kJ
• E) None of the above

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