For the reaction, C3H8(g) + 5O2(g) 3CO2(g) + 4H2O(l) at constant temperature, H - E is
- +RT
- -3RT
- +3RT
- -RT
Answer
(2) -3RT
Solution
H = E + ng RT
⇒ H - E = ng RT
Only gaseous species are counted (H2O is a liquid):
ng = 3 - (1 + 5) = -3
∴ H - E = -3RT
Answer: (2)