- Standard enthalpy changes of reaction are provided for the following reactions.
C(s) + O2(g) → CO2(g) ΔHθ = −394 kJ
H2(g) + 1/2 O2(g) → H2O(l) ΔHθ = −286 kJ
C2H5OH(l) + 3O2(g) → 2CO2(g) + 3H2O(l) ΔHθ = −1367 kJ
What is the standard enthalpy change, in kJ, of the following reaction?
2C(s) + 3H2(g) + 1/2 O2(g) → C2H5OH(l)