Standard enthalpy of formation (Δ_f H°)

Layer 2 — Chemistryin the thermochemistry subtree

Enthalpy change when one mole of a compound is formed from its elements in standard states. Elemental standard states have Δ_f H° ≡ 0 by convention. Tabulated values enable Hess's-law calculation of ΔH_rxn.

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