For the reaction

(a) Predict the enthalpy of reaction from the average bond enthalpies in Table 9.4.
(b) Calculate the enthalpy of reaction from the standard enthalpies of formation (see Appendix 3) of the reactant and product molecules, and compare the result with your answer for part (a).

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2CH,(g) + 70,(g)-→ 4CO2(g) + 6H2O(g)