Balance the following equation: {eq}Al(s) + H_2SO_4(aq) \to Al_2(SO_4)_3(aq) + H_2(g) {/eq}
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Balance the following equation: {eq}Al(s) + H_2SO_4(aq) \to Al_2(SO_4)_3(aq) + H_2(g) {/eq}
Balancing a Chemical Reaction:
Balancing chemical equations is generally a non-routine exercise. However, there are some tips that you can use to figure out the best path to a balanced reaction. Here are some of them:
1. Start with the more involved anions and cations, if any. Balance the atomic and molecular elements last.
2. Don't be afraid to use a fraction on the last step. You can clear the fraction by multiplying throughout by the LCM.
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{eq}\begin{align*} \rm Al(s) + H_2SO_4(aq) &\to \rm Al_2(SO_4)_3(aq) + H_2(g)\ \text{Let's first balance the sulfate...
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Chapter 10 / Lesson 18Learn about the steps to balancing chemical equations. Understand how to balance chemical equations, practice balancing chemical equations, and see examples.