Balancing Chemical Reactions and Ions

Balancing Chemical Reactions and Ions

Assessment

Interactive Video

Chemistry

9th - 10th Grade

Hard

Created by

Ethan Morris

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This video tutorial by Dr. B explains how to balance the chemical equation involving lead(II) nitrate and magnesium. It begins with an introduction to the equation and its components, followed by a detailed explanation of counting atoms and understanding polyatomic ions like nitrate. The tutorial then provides a step-by-step guide to balancing the equation, emphasizing the importance of treating polyatomic ions as single units to simplify the process. Tips are offered to avoid common mistakes, and the video concludes with a summary of the balanced equation.

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1.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What is the initial chemical equation discussed in the video?

Pb(NO3)2 + Mg

C6H12O6 + O2

NaCl + H2O

H2O + CO2

2.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What is the role of NO3 in the chemical reaction?

It is a catalyst.

It is a polyatomic ion that stays together.

It is a single atom.

It is a product of the reaction.

3.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

How many nitrate ions are present in the initial equation?

Four

Three

Two

One

4.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What is the significance of counting polyatomic ions as one unit when balancing equations?

It simplifies the balancing process.

It makes the process more complex.

It has no effect on the balancing process.

It increases the number of steps required.

5.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What is the final balanced equation for the reaction?

Pb(NO3)2 + Mg → Pb + Mg

Pb(NO3)2 + Mg → Pb(NO3)2 + Mg

Pb(NO3)2 + Mg → Mg + Pb(NO3)2

Pb(NO3)2 + Mg → Pb + Mg(NO3)2

6.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

Why is it important to balance chemical equations?

To increase the temperature of the reaction.

To comply with the law of conservation of mass.

To ensure the reaction is fast.

To make the reaction more colorful.