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CHM 101 Thermochemistry Objective Question

Question

For N2O4(g) -> 2NO2(g), ΔH = __________ kcal.
Options
A -14
B +14
Correct Answer
C -28
D +28
Correct Answer

Option B is the correct answer.

Detailed Explanation

The dissociation of dinitrogen tetroxide into nitrogen dioxide is endothermic (ΔH > 0). The answer key states +14 kcal.

Hint

Breaking bonds to form two molecules usually requires energy.

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