C2H5OH(l) + 3O2(g) 2CO2(g) + 3H2O(l), DH = -1.37 x 103 kJ
For the combustion of ethyl alcohol as described in the above equation, which of the following is true?
I. The reaction is exothermic.
II. The enthalpy change would be different if gaseous water were produced.
III. The reaction is not an oxidation-reduction one.
IV. The products of the reaction occupy a larger volume than the reactants.
A. I, II
B. I, II, III
C. I, III, IV
D. III, IV
E. Only I
I think I and II are correct, but I am not sure about the others. Please help.
2007-02-26
15:55:35
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