Single Answer MCQ
Q-00019166

What is the skeletal equation for the reaction of sodium with chlorine gas?

1

Na + Cl2 → NaCl

2

Na + 2Cl → NaCl2

3

2Na + Cl2 → 2NaCl

4

2Na + 2Cl → NaCl2

Answer and Solution

Answer

A. Na + Cl2 → NaCl

Solution:

The correct skeletal equation is Na + Cl2 → NaCl, as it represents the simplest form of the reactants producing products without coefficients. The others have improper ratios.

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