Calculate Δ H for C(s) + CO₂(g) → 2CO(g) using: C(s) + O₂(g) → CO₂(g), Δ H = -393.5 kJ/mol; CO(g) + (1/2)O₂(g) → CO₂(g),
The Δ Hf for CO can be found from the second reaction: Δ Hf (CO) = Δ Hf (CO₂) + 283 = -393.5 + 283 = -110.5 kJ/mol.
Ref: NCERT Class 11 Chemistry > Chapter 5: Thermodynamics > Topic: Thermodynamic Terms - System Surroundings and Types of Systems