Question

For the reaction2Na + 2H20 -> 2NaOH + H2,how many grams of sodium are required to produce 50g NaOH

Answer 1

Answer

Explanation

Given

2Na + 2H2O ----> 2NaOH + H2

Mass of NaOH produced = 50 g

What to find:

The grams of sodium required to produce 50 g NaOH.

Step-by-step solution:

Step 1: Convert the mass of NaOH produced to moles.

Molar mass of NaOH = 40.0