Question

balance the chemical reaction below.
c + 2f₂ → ? cf₄
when the equation is balanced, what is the coefficient of cf₄?

Explanation:

Step1: Count F atoms on left

Left side F: $2 \times 2 = 4$

Step2: Match F atoms on right

Right side F per $CF_4$: 4, so coefficient = $4/4 = 1$

Step3: Verify C atoms

Left C:1, right C with coefficient 1:1 (balanced)

Answer:

1