Calculate the enthalpy change for the following reaction:
$H_2C=CH_{2(g)} + H_{2(g)} \longrightarrow H_3C-CH_{3(g)}$
[The bond energies of $C-H, C-C, C=C$ and $H-H$ are $414, 347, 615$ and $435 \ kJ/mol$ respectively.] (in $kJ$)

  • A
    $-125$
  • B
    $125$
  • C
    $250$
  • D
    $-250$

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