Question

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

Explanation:

Step1: Balance Carbon atoms

Carbon is 1 on both sides, so coefficient of C is 1.

Step2: Balance Fluorine atoms

Right side has 4 F; left side needs 2 F₂ (2×2=4).

Step3: Verify balanced equation

$1\text{C} + 2\text{F}_2
ightarrow 1\text{CF}_4$ (all atoms balanced).

Answer:

1