Balancing Equations

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Which side of a chemical equation is the product side?

Back

Right (after the yields sign)

Front

Which side of a chemical equation is the reactant side?

Back

Left (before the yields sign)

Front

What are the two sides of a chemical equation called?

Back

Reactants (left) and Products (right)

Front

How many atoms of carbon (C) are in C6H12O6?

Back

6

Front

Is the equation C + O2 -> CO2 balanced?

Back

Yes

Front

What does it mean for a chemical equation to be balanced?

Back

The number of atoms for each element is the same on both sides of the equation.

Front

What is the law that states matter cannot be created or destroyed in a chemical reaction?

Back

Law of Conservation of Mass

Front

What is a coefficient in a chemical equation?

Back

A number placed in front of a compound to indicate how many molecules are involved.

Front

What is a subscript in a chemical formula?

Back

A number written below and to the right of a chemical symbol indicating the number of atoms of that element.

Front

What is the purpose of balancing a chemical equation?

Back

To ensure that the same number of each type of atom is present on both sides of the equation.