Using the bond energies (kJ/mol) N≡N 945, H–H 436, N–H 391, estimate the enthalpy change for N + 3H → 2NH.

Answer and explanation

Correct answer: A. -93 kJ

  1. Step 1: .
  2. Step 2: Substituting the bond energies gives kJ.
Answer
-93 kJ.
Why not the others: +93 kJ: the sign is reversed, which would make the reaction endothermic.

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