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CHM 101 Stoichiometry of Chemical Reactions Objective Question

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In the reaction N₂(g) + 3H₂(g) → 2NH₃(g), if you have 1 molecule of N₂ and 5 molecules of H₂, what is the maximum number of ammonia molecules that can be made?
Options
A 1 molecule
B 2 molecules
Correct Answer
C 3 molecules
D 5 molecules
Correct Answer

Option B is the correct answer.

Detailed Explanation

With N₂ as limiting reagent, 1 molecule of N₂ produces 2 molecules of NH₃ according to the balanced equation.

Hint

The notes ask this question about maximum product.

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