Consider hypothetical element X and Y.  Suppose the enthalpy of formation of the compound XY is -336 kJ/mol, the bond enthalpy for X2 is 414 kJ/mol, and the bond enthalpy of Y2 is 159 kJ/mol.  Estimate the XY bond enthalpy in units of KJ/mol.

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Consider hypothetical element X and Y.  Suppose the enthalpy of formation of the compound XY is -336 kJ/mol, the bond enthalpy for X2 is 414 kJ/mol, and the bond enthalpy of Y2 is 159 kJ/mol.  Estimate the XY bond enthalpy in units of KJ/mol.

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