Single Answer MCQ
Q-00019176

Which element must be balanced in the equation Fe + O2 → Fe2O3?

1

Iron (Fe)

2

Oxygen (O)

3

Both Iron (Fe) and Oxygen (O)

4

Neither, the equation is balanced

Answer and Solution

Answer

C. Both Iron (Fe) and Oxygen (O)

Solution:

Both elements must be balanced in the equation as there are 2 iron atoms on the product side and 3 oxygen atoms. It requires balancing both sides for the reaction to hold true.

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