Calculate the approximate enthalpy change, ΔHrxn, for the combustion of methane:
CH4+2O2→2H2O+CO2

ΔHrxn from a given table:
CH4 = 1656 kJ/mol
O2 = 498 kJ/mol
H2O = 928 kJ/mol
CO2 = 1598 kJ/mol
ΔHrxn = [(1656) + (2*498)] - [(2*928) + (1598)] = -802 kJ/mol ?

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