Balancing Equations Bell Ringer

Balancing Equations Bell Ringer

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Chemistry

10th Grade

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1.

FLASHCARD QUESTION

Front

What is a balanced chemical equation?

Back

A balanced chemical equation has the same number of each type of atom on both sides of the equation, indicating that mass is conserved during the reaction.

2.

FLASHCARD QUESTION

Front

What is the Law of Conservation of Mass?

Back

The Law of Conservation of Mass states that matter cannot be created or destroyed in a chemical reaction; it can only change forms.

3.

FLASHCARD QUESTION

Front

What are the two sides of a chemical equation called?

Back

The two sides of a chemical equation are called Reactants (left side) and Products (right side).

4.

FLASHCARD QUESTION

Front

How do you balance a chemical equation?

Back

To balance a chemical equation, adjust the coefficients in front of the reactants and products to ensure that the number of atoms for each element is the same on both sides.

5.

FLASHCARD QUESTION

Front

What is a subscript in a chemical formula?

Back

A subscript is a small number written after an element symbol in a chemical formula that indicates the number of atoms of that element in a molecule.

6.

FLASHCARD QUESTION

Front

What is the purpose of balancing chemical equations?

Back

The purpose of balancing chemical equations is to ensure that the Law of Conservation of Mass is upheld, showing that the same amount of matter exists before and after a reaction.

7.

FLASHCARD QUESTION

Front

What does the coefficient in a chemical equation represent?

Back

A coefficient in a chemical equation represents the number of molecules or moles of a substance involved in the reaction.

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