Question

How many grams of h2 are needed to react with 48 grams of o2, given the reaction: 2 h2 (g) + o2 (g) --> 2 h2o (l)?

Answer 1

1.Calculate the number of mole of O2: 48/32=1.5 mol
2.Calculate the number of mole of H2 by mole ratio: 1.5 x 1/2=0.75 mol
3.Calculate the answer:
0.75 x 2=1.5g