Using the table of standard formation enthalpies that you'll find under the ALEKS Data tab, calculate the reaction enthalpy of this reaction under standard conditions: 2HNO2(g)+O2(g)=2HNO3(g) Round your answer to the nearest kJ.

To calculate the standard reaction enthalpy (ΔH°) for the reaction:

\[
2\text{HNO}_2(g) + \text{O}_2(g) \rightarrow 2\text{HNO}_3(g)
\]

we'll use the enthalpy of formation (ΔH_f°) values for the substances involved. The reaction enthalpy can be calculated using the following formula:

\[
\Delta H^\circ_{\text{reaction}} = \sum \Delta H^\circ_f(\text{products}) - \sum \Delta H^\circ_f(\text{reactants})
\]

1. Write the expression for the reaction enthalpy:
   \[
   \Delta H^\circ_{\text{reaction}} = 2\Delta H^\circ_f(\text{HNO}_3(g)) - \left[2\Delta H^\circ_f(\text{HNO}_2(g)) + \Delta H^\circ_f(\text{O}_2(g))\right]
   \]

   Note that for elemental substances in their standard states, such as \( \text{O}_2(g) \), the enthalpy of formation is zero.

2. Obtain the standard enthalpy of formation (ΔH_f°) values from the table (units are kJ/mol):

   - \( \Delta H^\circ_f(\text{HNO}_3(g)) = -134.3 \, \text{kJ/mol} \)
   - \( \Delta H^\circ_f(\text{HNO}_2(g)) = +33.2 \, \text{kJ/mol} \)
   - \( \Delta H^\circ_f(\text{O}_2(g)) = 0 \, \text{kJ/mol} \)

3. Plug the values into the equation:

   \[
   \Delta H^\circ_{\text{reaction}} = 2(-134.3) - \left[2(33.2) + 0\right]
   \]

4. Simplify the expression:

   \[
   \Delta H^\circ_{\text{reaction}} = -268.6 - (66.4)
   \]

   \[
   \Delta H^\circ_{\text{reaction}} = -335.0 \, \text{kJ}
   \]

So, the reaction enthalpy under standard conditions is **−335 kJ**.

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Here are five related questions you might find useful:
1. How does the enthalpy of formation relate to bond energy?
2. What is the significance of a negative reaction enthalpy?
3. How do changes in temperature affect reaction enthalpy?
4. What is the difference between enthalpy of formation and enthalpy of combustion?
5. How do catalysts affect reaction enthalpy?

**Tip:** Always ensure that you use the correct units when calculating enthalpy changes, as incorrect units can lead to errors in your results.

Using the table of standard formation enthalpies that you'll find under the ALEKS Data tab, calculate the reaction enthalpy of this reaction under standard conditions: 2HNO2(g)+O2(g)=2HNO3(g). Round your answer to the nearest kJ.

Learn how to calculate the reaction enthalpy for the reaction 2HNO2(g) + O2(g) = 2HNO3(g) using standard enthalpy of formation values. This example covers key thermodynamic concepts, including the formula for reaction enthalpy calculation, suitable for advanced chemistry students in Grades 11-12.

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