Data for two reactions are given per mole of product formed.
1. S(s)+O2(g)→SO2(g)ΔH1=−297.0kJ mol−1
2. SO2(g)+21O2(g)→SO3(g)ΔH2=−99.0kJ mol−1
What is the enthalpy change, in kilojoules, for producing 2.00mol of SO3(g) from elemental sulfur and oxygen?
a) −396kJ
b) −792kJ
c) +792kJ
d) −693kJ