Asked in UHS MDCAT 2008 2008Moderate

Ten moles of hydrogen are allowed to react with 6 moles of oxygen. How much water will be obtained from reaction on complete consumption of one gas?

Correct answer: A. 10 moles.

  • A. 10 moles.
  • B. 8 moles.
  • C. 6 moles.
  • D. 4 moles.

Explanation

Balance chemical equation2H2 + O2 -> 2H20Now we will compare the moles of H2 and O2 with water from the balanced chemical equation.H2 : H202 : 210 : 10O2 : H201 : 26 : 2x6=12The number of moles of water produced by hydrogen is less so hydrogen will be limiting reactant and it will limit the yield of water thus, 10 moles of water produced.

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