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S + 6 HNO3 → H₂SO4 + 6 NO₂ + 2 H₂O
In the above equation, how many grams of water can be made when 19.7 moles of HNO3 are
consumed?
Round your answer to the nearest tenth. If you answer is a whole number like 4, report
the answer as 4.0
Use the following molar masses. If you do not use these masses, the computer will mark
your answer incorrect.:
Molar
Mass
Element
Hydrogen 1
Nitrogen 14
Sulfur 32
Oxygen 16

To find the mass of water, you need to (1) convert moles HNO₃ to moles H₂O (via mole-to-mole ratio from reaction coefficients) and then (2) convert moles H₂O to grams H₂O (via molar mass).

The molar mass of water can be found by combining the element's molar masses times their quantities. The ratios/conversions should be arranged in a way that allows for the cancellation of units (desired unit should be in the numerator).

Molar Mass (H₂O): 2(1 g/mol) + 16 g/mol

Molar Mass (H₂O): 18 g/mol

S + 6 HNO₃ ---> H₂SO₄ + 6 NO₂ + 2 H₂O
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19.7 moles HNO₃ 2 moles H₂O 18 g
-------------------------- x ----------------------- x --------------------- = 118.2 g H₂O
6 moles HNO₃ 1 mole H₂O