Question

1. is the following reaction balanced?

6co₂ + 6h₂o → c₆h₁₂o₆ + 6o₂
a) yes b) no

Explanation:

Step1: Count atoms on reactant side

• Carbon: \(6\) (from \(6CO_2\))
• Hydrogen: \(12\) (from \(6H_2O\))
• Oxygen: \(6\times2 + 6\times1=18\) (from \(6CO_2\) and \(6H_2O\))

Step2: Count atoms on product side

• Carbon: \(6\) (from \(C_6H_{12}O_6\))
• Hydrogen: \(12\) (from \(C_6H_{12}O_6\))
• Oxygen: \(6\) (from \(C_6H_{12}O_6\)) \(+ 6\times2 = 18\) (from \(6O_2\))

Answer:

A. Yes