Answer:
Yes, it is always the same
Explanation:
- The total number of atoms on the left side of a balanced equation is always equal to the total number of atoms on the right side of the equation.
- The above statement defines a balanced equation.
- The law of conservation of mass in chemical equations requires that the equation is balanced.
- For example; a combustion reaction;
C₄H₈ + O₂ → CO₂ + H₂O - The reaction is not balanced and therefore does not obey the law of conservation of mass.
- However, the equation can be balanced to obey the law.
- That is; C₄H₈ + 6O₂ → 4CO₂ + 4H₂O
- The equation is balanced by ensuring the total number of atoms on the left side is equal to the total number of atoms on the right.
