Single Answer MCQ
Q-00019168
Why do we balance chemical equations?
1
To equalize the volume of gas produced
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To follow the law of conservation of mass
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To increase the temperature of the reaction
4
To determine the rate of reaction
Answer and Solution
Answer
B. To follow the law of conservation of mass
Solution:
We balance chemical equations to uphold the law of conservation of mass, which states that mass cannot be created or destroyed in a chemical reaction. Other options do not address this principle.
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