Explanation:
First, let's transform 38.2 grams of Br2 into moles using is molar mass (MM of Br2 = 159.808 g/mol)
159.808 g --- 1 mol
38.2 g ---- x
x = 0.239 moles
Now, let's calculate how much heat will be absorbed:
72.80kJ --- 1 mol
x --- 0.239 moles
x = 17.4 kJ
Answer: 17.4 kJ