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Enthalpy of Reaction

Question 2 • Foothill-B Period-Chemistry-26/27B

Which equation(s) do you need to reverse in order to calculate the overall equation for the formation of HCN and H2 from NH3 and CH4? Check all that apply.

Answer
A
N2(g) + 3H2(g) 2NH3(g)
B
C(s) + 2H2(g) CH4(g)
C
4H2(g) + 2C(s) + N2(g) 2HCN(g) + 3H2(g)

Explanation

Reverse A so that NH3 is a reactant: 2NH3 → N2 + 3H2. Reverse B so that CH4 is a reactant: CH4 → C + 2H2; use it twice to match the other equations. Keep C as written, since it produces HCN. Adding the equations and canceling N2, C, and excess H2 gives 2NH3 + 2CH4 → 2HCN + 6H2, which simplifies to NH3 + CH4 → HCN + 3H2.

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