Balancing Equations Flashcards

1
Q

What is the first step?

A

Write the word equation?

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2
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What is the second step?

A

Write the Skeleton equation

Ex. _SiCl(4) + _H(2)O –> _SiO(2) + _HCl

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3
Q

What is the third step?

A

Balance all atoms other than H and O

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4
Q

What is the fourth step?

A

Balance H

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5
Q

What is the fifth step?

A

Balance O

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6
Q

What is the sixth step?

A

CHECK!

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7
Q

Extra points?

A
  • Don’t forget diatomic molecules

- Always follow naming rules

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8
Q

Do chemical reactions create new atoms?

A

No, however nuclear reactions do

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9
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Is there a change in the total mass

A

No, reactants=products

Law of conservation of mass

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