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CHM 101 Stoichiometry Objective Question

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What mass of ZnCl₂ forms when 3.27 g Zn reacts with 3.30 g HCl? Reaction: Zn + 2HCl → ZnCl₂ + H₂
Options
A 6.89 g
B 6.82 g
C 6.46 g
D 6.17 g
Correct Answer
Correct Answer

Option D is the correct answer.

Detailed Explanation

HCl is limiting, producing about 0.045 mol ZnCl₂, which corresponds to roughly 6.17 g.

Hint

Determine which reactant runs out first.

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