We are asked to calculate the enthalpy change of formation of CH4(g)
Note that we need to multiply each ΔH˚ by the stoichiometric coefficient since ΔH˚ is in kJ/mol.
Balanced reaction : C(s) + 2 H2(g) →CH4(g) .
Calculate the enthalpy change of formation of CH4(g)
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