A Levels Chemistry (9701)•9701/13/O/N/20

Explanation
Insufficient data to verify statement A Steps:
- Identify the reaction implied in A: oxidation of NO₂ by O₂ likely forms a higher oxide like N₂O₅, but no ΔH_f for product given.
- Note that ΔH_rxn requires ΔH_f for all species; only NO and NO₂ provided.
- For B: 2NO₂(g) → N₂(g) + 2O₂(g), ΔH = 0 - 2(+33) = -66 kJ (exothermic).
- For C: 2NO(g) + O₂(g) → 2NO₂(g), ΔH = 2(+33) - 2(+90) = -114 kJ (exothermic).
Why A is correct:
- Not enough information.
Why the others are wrong:
- B is actually correct; decomposition releases 66 kJ for 2 mol NO₂.
- C is actually correct; oxidation releases 114 kJ for 2 mol NO.
Final answer: Not enough information.
Topic: Chemical energetics
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