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To calculate the maximum amount of work, we first need to calculate the delta g value standard, because we will be at one atmosphere and 25 degrees celsius for the particular reaction.
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This will give us the maximum amount of work per mole, as delta g corresponds to the maximum amount of work.
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Then we can use this as a conversion factor in order to figure out the maximum amount of work when 48 grams of methane or natural gas are combusted.
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So to solve for delta g, we'll first write the chemical reaction.
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During combustion, methane reacts with oxygen to produce carbon dioxide and water.
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We'll then balance it, one carbon, one carbon, four hydrogen, so we need a two there for four hydrogens.
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Now we have four oxygen, so we need a two there...