Chapter 6, Problem 82P

Interpretation Introduction

Interpretation:

Amount of kcal/g released when ethanol and hydrogen are burned should be determined and on per gram basis which substance would be a better source of energy should be determined.

Concept Introduction:

Amount of energy stored in substance is measured using Calories.

  $\begin{array}{l}1\text{ Cal = 1000 cal}\\ \text{1000 cal = 1 kcal}\end{array}$