One mole of ethanol (C 2H 6O) releases 327 kcal when burned, whereas one mole of hydrogen (H 2) releases only 68.4 kcal/mol. How many kcal/g are released when each of these fuels is burned? On a per gram basis, which substance would be a better source of energy?

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One mole of ethanol (C 2H 6O) releases 327 kcal when
burned, whereas one mole of hydrogen (H 2) releases only
68.4 kcal/mol. How many kcal/g are released when each
of these fuels is burned? On a per gram basis, which
substance would be a better source of energy?

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