Calculate the enthalpy change of the reaction for $H_2(g) + Cl_2(g) \rightarrow 2HCl(g)$, given the bond energies (in $\text{kJ mol}^{-1}$): $H-H = 436$, $Cl-Cl = 242$, $H-Cl = 431$.

  • A
    $-184 \text{ kJ mol}^{-1}$
  • B
    $-246 \text{ kJ mol}^{-1}$
  • C
    $-242 \text{ kJ mol}^{-1}$
  • D
    $-431 \text{ kJ mol}^{-1}$

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