Question 11.32: Calculate ΔU0 in kJ/kg for the combustion of benzene (C6H6) ...

Engineering Thermodynamics

Calculate $\Delta U_0$ in kJ/kg for the combustion of benzene ( $C_6 H_6$ ) vapour at 25°C given that $\Delta H_0=-3169100$ kJ/mole and the $H _2 O$ is in the vapour phase.

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