Question

1. balance the following chemical equation and choose the correct answer below. c + o₂ → co₂ o co₂ + h₂o o 3co₂ + 2h₂o o c+o₂ → co₂ o 4c+o₂ → 2co₂

Explanation:

Step1: Count elements on both sides

On the left - hand side of the equation $C + O_2
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Step2: Determine balance

Since the number of each type of atom is the same on both sides of the equation, the equation is already balanced.

Answer:

$C + O_2
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