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Atoms cannot be ________ or ________ during a chemical reaction.
Atoms cannot be ________ or ________ during a chemical reaction.
created or destroyed
What is the requirement about the number of atoms in a balanced chemical equation?
What is the requirement about the number of atoms in a balanced chemical equation?
same number of atoms on each side of the coefficients
How do you balance a chemical equation?
How do you balance a chemical equation?
you must add a number in front of the chemical formula in the equation
What can you not do when balancing chemical equations?
What can you not do when balancing chemical equations?
Which side is the reactants and which is the product in a chemical equation?
Which side is the reactants and which is the product in a chemical equation?
Flashcards
Conservation of Atoms in Reactions
Conservation of Atoms in Reactions
Atoms are neither created nor destroyed during a chemical reaction.
Balanced Equation Atoms
Balanced Equation Atoms
A balanced chemical equation must have the same number of each type of atom on both sides of the equation.
Balancing Equations Method
Balancing Equations Method
To balance a chemical equation, you change the coefficients (numbers in front of formulas) to make the number of atoms equal on both sides.
Subscripts in Chemical Equations
Subscripts in Chemical Equations
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Reactants and Products Location
Reactants and Products Location
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Study Notes
Chemical Reactions and Atoms
- Atoms cannot be created or destroyed during a chemical reaction, adhering to the Law of Conservation of Mass.
- It is essential to maintain the same number of atoms on both sides of a chemical reaction for balance.
Balancing Chemical Equations
- To balance a chemical equation, place a number (coefficient) in front of the chemical formulas, adjusting them as needed to ensure equal atom counts on both sides.
- Changing or adding subscripts within chemical formulas is prohibited, as it alters the chemical identity of the substances.
Components of a Chemical Equation
- Reactants are located on the left side of the equation, representing the starting materials that undergo change.
- Products appear on the right side, indicating what is formed as a result of the chemical reaction.
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Description
Test your knowledge on the principles of balancing chemical equations with this quiz. Explore key concepts like the conservation of mass and coefficients in chemical reactions. Perfect for chemistry students looking to reinforce their understanding of chemical equations.
