(ΔH − ΔU) for the formation of carbon monoxide (CO) from its elements at 298 K is ( R = 8.314 J K−1 mol−1)
−2477.57 J mol−1
2477.57 J mol−1
−1238.78 J mol−1
1238.78 J mol−1
C(s) + 12O2(g) → CO
ΔH = ΔU + ΔnRT or ΔH − ΔU = ΔnRT;
Δn = 1 − 12 = 12;ΔH − ΔU = 12 × 8.314 × 298
= 1238.78 J mol−1