Which statement is true of the following reaction? H2 + O2 -> 2H + O2-
-It is balanced for charge and for number of atoms.
-It is not balanced for charge or for number of atoms.
-It is not balanced for charge but is balanced for number of atoms.
-It is balanced for charge but is not balanced for number of atoms.

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Correct Answer: Option B i.e. It is not balanced for charge or for number of atoms

Reason

In the present reaction of interest is
                           [tex] H_{2} + O_{2} ---\ \textgreater \ 2H + O^{-2} [/tex]

There are reactant side has 2 oxygen atoms, whereas product side has only one oxygen atom. Hence, mass is not balanced.

Also, overall charge on reactant side is zero, but on product side is -2. Hence, charge of reaction is not balanced.

Answer:

The answer is B: It is not balanced for charge or for number of atoms.

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