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The decomposition of hydrogen peroxide, H2O2, has been used to provide thrust in the control jets of various space vehicles. Using the Supplemental Data, determine how much heat (in kJ) is produced by the decomposition of 1.25 mol of H2O2 under standard conditions.

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To determine how much heat (in kJ) is produced by the decomposition of 1.25 moles of hydrogen peroxide (\(H_2O_2\)) under standard conditions, we can use the standard enthalpy change of reaction (\(ΔH^0_{rxn}\)) provided in the Supplemental Data.

The decomposition of hydrogen peroxide is represented by the following balanced chemical equation:

\[2H_2O_2(l) → 2H_2O(l) + O_2(g)\]

From the data, we can find \(ΔH^0_{rxn}\) for this reaction. It's important to note that the coefficients in the balanced equation represent moles of substances reacting, so the \(ΔH^0_{rxn}\) value applies to the reaction of 2 moles of \(H_2O_2\).

Now, we'll calculate the heat produced when 1.25 moles of \(H_2O_2\) decompose:

1. Calculate \(ΔH^0_{rxn}\) for the decomposition of 2 moles of \(H_2O_2\) using the data provided.

2. Divide the calculated \(ΔH^0_{rxn}\) by 2 to find \(ΔH^0_{rxn}\) for the decomposition of 1 mole of \(H_2O_2\).

3. Multiply \(ΔH^0_{rxn}\) by 1.25 to find the heat produced when 1.25 moles of \(H_2O_2\) decompose.

Performing these calculations will give you the heat produced in kJ when 1.25 moles of \(H_2O_2\) decompose under standard conditions. If you encounter any specific values from the data that need further explanation or calculation, please provide them, and I can assist further.
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