Answer: The correct options are A, C and D.
Explanation:
Enthalpy of formation is defined as the change in the enthalpy when 1 mole of a chemical substance is formed from its pure element at standard conditions. It is represented by the symbol [tex]\Delta H_{f}[/tex]
Enthalpy of formation for elemental atoms is always equal to 0.
We know:
Bromine (Br) exists in a liquid state.
Helium (He) exists in a gaseous state.
Mercury (Hg) exists in a liquid state.
Chlorine (Cl) exists in a gaseous state.
Nitrogen (N) exists in a gaseous state.
For the given options:
The [tex]\Delta H_{f}[/tex] for [tex]Br_2(l), Hg(l)\text{ and }Cl_2(g)[/tex] will be equal to 0 because they are formed by the natural states of their elemental atoms.
Hence, the correct options are A, C and D.