For which one of the following equations is H react equal to H f for the product ?
- Xe(g) + 2F2(g) XeF4(g)
- 2CO(g) + O2(g) 2CO2(g)
- N2(g) + O3(g) N2O3(g)
- CH4(g) + 2Cl2(g) CH2Cl2(l) + 2HCl(g)
Answer
(1) Xe(g) + 2F2(g) XeF4(g)
Solution
As per NCERT, the standard enthalpy of formation is the enthalpy change for the formation of one mole of a compound from its elements in their most stable states (reference states).
(1) One mole of XeF4 is formed from Xe(g) and F2(g), both elements in their standard states ⇒ H react = H f(XeF4).
(2) CO is a compound and 2 mol of product are formed.
(3) O3 is not the stable form of oxygen (O2 is).
(4) The reactant CH4 is a compound and two products are formed.
Answer: (1)