Potassium nitrate has a lattice energy of -163.8 kcal/mol and a heat of hydration of -155.5 kcal/mol.
Part A
How much potassium nitrate has to dissolve in water to absorb 113 kJ of heat?
Express your answer using two significant figures.
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