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What is the enthalpy of reaction for the decomposition of calcium carbonate?

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The decomposition of calcium carbonate, CaCO3(s) --> CaO(s) + CO2(g), has the following values for free energy and enthalpy at 25.0°C. G = 130.5 kJ/mol. H = 178.3 kJ/mol.
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